The Swiss manufacturing sector faced another month of contraction as the procure.ch Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) recorded a decline to 48.9 in March, down from 49.6 in February. This is the second consecutive month that the index remains below the crucial 50.0 mark, indicative of a contraction in the sector.
The PMI data, updated on April 1, 2025, suggests persistent challenges in the Swiss manufacturing landscape. The decline from February's 49.6 reading to the current 48.9 reflects continued pressures, potentially driven by global supply chain disruptions and fluctuating demand in international markets.
Market experts will be closely monitoring upcoming economic indicators and hoping for a recovery above the 50.0 threshold in the coming months to signal renewed expansion within the Swiss manufacturing industry. Companies within the sector are bracing for a turbulent ride as they navigate these uncertain times.
