New Zealand manufacturing growth reaches five-year high as PMI surges
New Zealand's manufacturing sector recorded its strongest monthly expansion in nearly five years, with the latest BNZ–BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) rising sharply in June, according to the New Zealand Government.
Rio Tinto reports manufacturing-linked output growth in Q1 on copper and aluminium strength
Rio Tinto has reported a 9 per cent year-on-year increase in copper equivalent production for the first quarter of 2026, supported by gains across its manufacturing-linked aluminium and copper operations, according to its latest quarterly update.
Higher wheel prices boost Carbon Revolution’s revenue to $18m
Geelong-based advanced manufacturer Carbon Revolution Limited has released its first half results for the financial year 2023 with revenue up by 2.3 per cent to $18 million compared to the prior period, reflecting a higher average wheel price.
New business index drags down US PMI Composite Output in December
December has seen a further decline in output for US private sector firms, according to the latest flash PMI data from S&P Global.Â
Nightingale reveals exclusive drone distribution agreement for Australia, NZ
Nightingale Intelligent Systems, a provider of advanced security drones, announced an exclusive multiyear distribution agreement with public safety technology firm Arvensys Group in an effort to supply artificially intelligent security drones to Australia and New Zealand.
Eurozone Manufacturing PMI remains in contraction territory in January
The latest S&P Global Eurozone Manufacturing PMI reading rose for a third successive month to 48.8 in January, up from 47.8 in December.Â
Australian cake and pastry manufacturers face competitive, consumer shifts – report
The Cake and Pastry Manufacturing industry in Australia is experiencing significant shifts due to evolving consumer preferences, volatile commodity prices, and intense competition, according to a recent report published by IBISWorld.
War in Middle East drives Japan’s sharpest supply delays in 15 years
Japan’s manufacturing industry experienced a significant rebound at the start of the second quarter of the year, marking its healthiest performance in over four years.
Global manufacturing recovery gains traction in January – JP Morgan
The global manufacturing sector has started the year on a high note, with business conditions improving at the fastest rate in three months.
Anteris marks first successful implantation of DurAVR THV heart valve
ASX-listed biotechnology company Anteris Technologies has announced the successful use of its DurAVR THV biomimetic valve in a valve-in-valve (ViV) procedure.Â
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What spending reveals about downstream consumer demand for manufactured goods
For manufacturers supplying consumer-facing markets, understanding demand conditions has become increasingly important in an environment shaped by cautious spending, rising costs and intense competition.
