肯私营部门商业信心创30个月新高

Core Insights - The Kenya Standard Bank Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose significantly from 46.8 in July, the lowest in the past 12 months, to 49.4 in August, indicating that business conditions are nearing recovery despite remaining below the neutral level of 50.0 [1] - Standard Bank economist Christopher Leggilius noted that while business activity remains subdued, manufacturers are more optimistic about output over the next 12 months, suggesting healthier business activity in the coming months [1] - Companies have resumed procurement activities due to improved demand outlook, showing stronger confidence for the next year, reaching the highest level in two and a half years [1] - Employment levels have also increased, with August recording the largest rise in new jobs in the past 15 months [1] - However, businesses continue to face significant overall cost burdens [1]