Group 1: Manufacturing Sector - In August, the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) was reported at 49.4%, indicating a slight increase of 0.1 percentage points from the previous month, but still below the expansion threshold [1] - The New Orders Index for manufacturing was at 49.5%, up by 0.1 percentage points, suggesting a stabilization in market demand [1] - The Production Index rose to 50.8%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points, marking the fourth consecutive month above the critical point [1] Group 2: Non-Manufacturing Sector - The Non-Manufacturing Business Activity Index stood at 50.3%, reflecting a 0.2 percentage point increase, indicating continued expansion in the non-manufacturing sector [2] - The Business Activity Expectation Index for non-manufacturing reached over 56%, showing improved business sentiment and stability in supply and demand [2] - The Service Sector Business Activity Index increased to 50.5%, the highest point of the year, with several industries, including capital market services, showing strong growth [2] Group 3: Economic Outlook - Experts suggest that the slight recovery in the manufacturing PMI indicates the initial effects of policies aimed at expanding domestic demand and reducing competition [3] - There is a call for increased macroeconomic policy adjustments to stimulate market orders and enhance production investment, employment, and consumption [3] - The expectation for September and the fourth quarter is that policy-driven growth will continue, with a focus on stabilizing demand and fostering effective demand increments [3]
8月份PMI三大指数均有所回升 我国经济景气水平继续保持扩张
Jing Ji Ri Bao·2025-09-01 01:34