AI Data Insight
The U.S. ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index for the fourth quarter (October) of 2026 rose to 55.5, continuing to expand from 55.3 in the third quarter, and driving the overall PMI to beat pessimistic market expectations. Benefiting from strong demand in AI and semiconductor infrastructure, the production index reached a near five-year high, though inflation and geopolitical risks keep corporate executives cautious on the future outlook.