UK manufacturing rose in Oct 2025 after cyberattack recovery, but remains in contraction.

UK manufacturing output rose in October for the first time in a year, with the S&P Global PMI climbing to 49.7 from 46.2, driven by the phased restart of Jaguar Land Rover factories after a cyber-attack. While production gains were strongest in automotive and intermediate goods, the index remained below 50, indicating contraction. Analysts say the rebound likely stems from clearing backlogged orders and rising inventory, not stronger demand, with weak domestic and export demand continuing due to global trade tensions and uncertainty ahead of the autumn budget. Employment in manufacturing fell for the 12th straight month.