Friday, September 11, 2026

US manufacturing sector sees fastest PMI deterioration in December

US manufacturers have seen a steep decline in the health of the industry during the last month of 2022, according to the latest PMI...

Australia’s food industry adapts to post-pandemic market shifts – Rabobank

Australia’s food market is entering a "new normal" following a volatile five-year period shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and inflationary pressures, according to a new Rabobank report.

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.

BlueScope confirms earnings guidance for FY2023 1H

Australian steel manufacturer BlueScope’s underlying earnings before interest and tax for the first half of fiscal year 2023 is expected to range between $800 million to $900 million. 

Quickstep to manufacture F-35 components for Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman has signed a six-year contract with Quickstep Holdings for the delivery of Australian-made components for the F-35 aerospace program. 

New Zealand’s PMI dips by 2.8 points in September

New Zealand’s manufacturing industry saw a slower expansion rate in September, according to the latest BusinessNZ Performance Manufacturing Index. 

Jervois submits loan application under US DOE manufacturing initiative

Australian cobalt company Jervois Global Limited has submitted an application to the United States Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Program Office to finance its proposed greenfield US cobalt refinery. 

Australian industry slips further into contraction over fall in new orders

The Ai Group Australian Industry Index slumped further in March as the industry sees a fall in demand, while the manufacturing sector rebounded led by improvements in the chemicals and food & beverage sectors. 

PPK Group acquires interest in lithium battery manufacturer PowerPlus Energy

PPK Group Limited, a technology incubation and commercialisation, has completed the acquisition of majority interest in PowerPlus Energy (PPE), Australia’s largest privately-owned lithium battery manufacturer. 

XTEK’s HighCom unit opens new distribution office in Poland

XTEK Limited’s HighCom Armor Solutions has established a new presence in Europe with a new European Sales & Distribution Office in Poland. 
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