UK PMI Manufacturing index was finalized at 44.9 in March, down from 46.8 in February, its lowest level in 17 months. The data showed broad-based weakness, with steep declines in output, new orders, and export business. Business optimism also tumbled to its lowest point since November 2022. Rob Dobson of S&P Global Market Intelligence noted […]
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