S&P Global reported the UK Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 50.6 in December 2025. This figure marks a 15-month high. The data suggests the UK manufacturing sector continues its recovery.
Output and new orders showed slight increases. Growth was supported by firms building up finished product stocks and clearing work backlogs.
Input price inflation accelerated during the month. While the domestic market provided growth, new export business continued to decline. However, the rate of export decrease slowed.
Business confidence for the year ahead saw a slight dip. This decline followed the nine-month high recorded in November.