AI Data Insight
In August 2026 (Q3 2026), China's Manufacturing PMI month-over-month growth rate reached 1.2195%, reversing the -2.1869% decline of the previous month. This drove the actual PMI index up to 49.8, outperforming market expectations. Although the overall figure has remained below the boom-and-bust line for two consecutive months, new orders and production have both returned to expansion, benefiting from global AI demand and export momentum. In the short term, the index is poised to challenge the critical 50 boom-and-bust mark.