U.K. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index Preliminary 51.8 Vs. 51.1 Est.; 50.9 Prior
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The U.K. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for the preliminary reading came in at 51.8, higher than the estimated 51.1 and the prior reading of 50.9.
July 24, 2024 | 8:32 am
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The U.K. Manufacturing PMI preliminary reading of 51.8, higher than the estimated 51.1 and the prior 50.9, suggests a positive outlook for the U.K. economy, which could benefit the iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWU).
A higher-than-expected PMI indicates stronger manufacturing activity, which is a positive signal for the U.K. economy. This could lead to increased investor confidence in U.K.-focused ETFs like EWU.
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