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2026.09.0107:50:00UTC+00France’s Manufacturing Sector Climbs Back to Expansion as PMI Rises to 51.1 in August

France’s manufacturing sector moved back into expansion territory in August, as the HCOB France Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 51.1, up from 49.8 previously. The latest reading, updated on 1 September 2026, marks a notable shift after the indicator had been below the 50-point threshold that separates contraction from expansion.

The move from 49.8 to 51.1 suggests improving conditions in France’s factory sector, indicating growing output or new orders compared with the prior period. While the increase is moderate, crossing the 50 mark is often seen by analysts as a signal that industrial activity is stabilising and may be starting to support broader economic growth.

Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming PMI data closely to assess whether this rebound can be sustained, especially amid ongoing uncertainty in global demand and supply chains. For now, the August figures point to a cautiously improving outlook for French manufacturing.

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