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flag UK manufacturing shrank at fastest rate in five months in September due to weak demand, high costs, and supply issues.

flag UK manufacturing contracted at its fastest pace in five months in September, with the PMI falling to 46.2 from 47.0, marking 11 straight months of decline. flag Weak domestic and export demand, low confidence, supply chain disruptions—especially at Jaguar Land Rover—and high costs drove output and new orders lower. flag Companies cut staff, purchases, and inventories, while inflation eased to nine-month lows. flag Outlooks remain cautious due to ongoing economic and trade uncertainties.

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