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Japan's manufacturing sector shrank at its fastest pace in six months in September, while services held strong.
Japan's manufacturing sector contracted at its fastest pace in six months in September, with the PMI falling to 48.4, below the 50 threshold, due to declining output, new orders, and weak market conditions.
Export orders showed signs of stabilization after an 17-month low, while input price inflation eased to its lowest since early 2021, though output prices rose.
Manufacturing employment dropped for the first time since November 2024.
In contrast, the services sector remained resilient with a PMI of 53.0, marking six straight months of expansion, supported by strong domestic demand.
The composite PMI dipped to 51.1, signaling the slowest overall growth since May.
The outlook remains uncertain amid global trade pressures and potential Bank of Japan rate hikes.
El sector manufacturero de Japón se redujo a su ritmo más rápido en seis meses en septiembre, mientras que los servicios se mantuvieron fuertes.