Italian manufacturing returns to growth after a year. The Hcob Italy Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was at 50.4 in March from 48.7 in February.
It is the first time since March 2023 above the 50 point threshold that separates the contraction from the expansion of manufacturing activity. Reproduction of this article is strictly prohibited in the U.S. and cannot be published without the permission of the publisher, ANSA. For more information, visit: www.hcob.com/manufacturing-purchasing.