Canadian S&P Global Manufacturing PMI 48.6 vs. Exp. 49 (Prev. 48.4)

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US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final 51.8 vs. Exp. 52.2 (Prev. 51.8)

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Canadian S&P Global Manufacturing PMI 48.6 vs. Exp. 49 (Prev. 48.4)

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"This means firms remain naturally cautious, and seeking an operating leanness, either in terms of labour capacity or inventory holdings".
"Purchasing activity was also cut again in December, although supply-chain delays continue, and the price of inputs shifted higher – which firms once again closely linked to tariffs".

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