AI Data Insight
India's manufacturing PMI for September 2026 (Q3) rebounded sharply from the previous 52.8 to 55.1. Although slightly lower than the preliminary reading of 55.7, it still marked the strongest recovery in seven months. This rebound primarily benefited from the accelerated growth in domestic and international new orders and output, driving a recovery in employment and business confidence. However, potential cost pressures stemming from raw materials and inflation still require attention in the medium to long term.