The ups and downs of manufacturing
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Hi Reader,
Every sector faces both challenges and opportunities; manufacturing is no exception.
In today’s Digital Briefing, we bring you the key ups and downs shaping the week.
⬇️ On the first of every month, S&P Global releases the latest PMI figures. This time, the data signalled a sharper drop in exports compared with the previous month, and marked the longest downturn in production volumes in over a decade...
⬆️ But on a brighter note, the UK has secured its largest-ever warship export deal by value. The contract will create 4,000 jobs and support more than 400 businesses nationwide! 👏
Find these stories and more, below.
Molly Cooper, Features Editor, The Manufacturer
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