India and China Manufacturing Growth Slow in July Amid Weaker Domestic Demand
India's manufacturing sector expanded in July at its slowest pace in nearly five years, with the HSBC PMI falling to 53.5 from 54.2 in June. Softer domestic demand led to weaker growth in new orders, purchasing, and hiring, though export orders strengthened, supported by improved supply chains and overseas demand. Output growth remained positive but modest, with consumer goods lagging behind intermediate and capital goods. Meanwhile, China's manufacturing growth slowed to a four-month low in July, with output and new orders rising more slowly amid concerns over domestic demand and production costs, prompting fiscal support measures.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–56/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 3 Aug, 02:22 am. Other outlets followed.