JP Morgan: Global manufacturing shows resilience despite weak trade, job growth
The global manufacturing sector saw continued but modest expansion in October, with output and new orders both rising for the third consecutive month, according to the latest JP Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI released in collaboration with S&P Global Market Intelligence, ISM, and IFPSM.
Global factory output surge amid aggressive front-loading – JP Morgan
Global manufacturing production reached a near five-year high in May as clients purchased goods earlier to protect themselves against price increases and supply chain disruptions.
Global 3D printing high-performance plastic market expected to grow at 8.5% CAGR by 2029
The market for high-performance plastics used in 3D printing is expected to expand significantly between 2023 and 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.45 per cent, reaching a value of USD 184.5 million by that year, according to market research firm BlueWeave Consulting.
Global manufacturing index declines for the first time since 2020
Business conditions in the global manufacturing sector have made a gloomy turn in September, according to JPMorgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI).
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EOS seeks green light as Ukraine weapons systems provider
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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.
CSR announces $100 million on-market repurchase plan
CSR is buying back up to $100 million in shares on-market, as the company positions itself to invest in both long-term growth strategy and...
China manufacturing continues expansion streak amid price pressures
China’s manufacturing sector continued to grow in March 2026, even as it faced steep increases in input costs and longer delivery times from suppliers.
AML3D to manufacture subsea pipeline fittings for Chevron
AML3D has received a $215,000 purchase order from Chevron Australia for the delivery of two subsea pipeline fittings.
Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company receives funding from Macquarie Group and Origin Energy to accelerate...
Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company (ARCC), the developer and manufacturer of Australia’s first lightweight bolted aluminium city bus chassis, has secured strategic investment from Macquarie Group and Origin Energy.
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