2025.09.1514:34:12UTC+00Sri Lanka Manufacturing PMI Slows in August

Sri Lanka's Manufacturing PMI recorded a decrease to 55.2 in August 2025, down from 62.2 in July, indicating a deceleration in the manufacturing sector's expansion. Despite this slowdown, all sub-indices continued to hover above the neutral threshold of 50, showcasing a softer growth trend. The sub-indices for New Orders and Production stood at 56.5 and 54.0, respectively, with the food and beverages sector primarily driving these gains. Additionally, the Stock of Purchases increased to 53.5, albeit at a slower rate than the previous month's 59.5, and Employment remained positive at 54.0. Notably, Suppliers’ Delivery Times rose to 57.1, up from 55.6, highlighting persistent delays in international shipping.