Trade frictions pushed the index to a six month low, ending a period of stronger growth for the sector. Because the reading remains above the 50 threshold, the manufacturing sector is still expanding, though the pace of that expansion has diminished.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Story
Canada Manufacturing PMI Hits 6 Month Low of 51.5
Global Markets20 days ago
Canadian industrial producers saw a cooling in demand during the most recent measurement period. The S&P Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index fell to 51.5 in September from 53.0 in the previous month, reflecting a slowdown in factory growth.
Looking for more context or analysis?
Tilt chat provides reliable, tailored insights, alerts, and automations.