The Manufacturing PMI is a performance measurement of the manufacturing & services sector, derived from a 500 manufacturing companies’ survey. It aids in gauging business activity and confidence levels.
Its weighted components are as follows:
It is calculated separately for the manufacturing and services sectors and then a composite index is constructed.
– >50 figures indicate an expansion of the manufacturing sector compared to the previous month.
– <50 indicates a contraction.
– =50 indicates no change
It serves as an indicator of corporate earnings, thereby, influencing equity & debt investors, alike. It is also a good parameter to compare attractiveness of an economy vis-a-vis another competing economy.
The PMI figure in July 2020 stands at 46, compared with 47.2 in June
Virus cases still rising and even the lockdown across multiple states, which indicates that the long road back to normality for the manufacturing sector.
This Diwali, we present a portfolio that reflect both sector-specific and stock-specific opportunities. With 2…
Thank you for showing interest in taking a BTST position using our Delivery Plus product.…
Thank you for showing interest in the consultation on trading strategies!Our expert will reach out…
Even if you are a new participant in the stock market, the process of buying…
A company’s debt position can be gauged using the interest coverage ratio or ICR. This…
Muhurat Trading, a cherished tradition in the Indian stock market, takes place on Diwali, the…