The UK manufacturing sector started 2026 strongly, with the S&P Global PMI rising to a 17-month high of 51.8 in January.
Output and new orders grew at their fastest pace in nearly four years, while export orders increased for the first time in four years.
Business optimism hit its highest level since before the 2024 Autumn Budget, despite ongoing cost and policy concerns.
Output and new orders grew at their fastest pace in nearly four years, while export orders increased for the first time in four years.
Business optimism hit its highest level since before the 2024 Autumn Budget, despite ongoing cost and policy concerns.
