The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) has reported a further decline in the Manufacturing New Orders Index in the United States, as figures for June 2025 indicate a drop to 46.4. This represents a decrease from the previous month’s figure of 47.6, highlighting a continued contraction in new orders for the manufacturing sector.
The ISM New Orders Index serves as a critical indicator of industry health, reflecting the volume of new orders received by manufacturers, and consequently, offering insights into future production levels. The latest numbers, released on July 1, 2025, suggest that U.S. manufacturers may be facing ongoing headwinds impacting demand.
The drop in June underscores challenges several sectors experience, including supply chain constraints and potentially weakening consumer demand. As this metric continues to decline, industry analysts will be closely watching for any signs of recovery or further slowdown in the upcoming months, which could have broader implications for the U.S. economy's trajectory as it navigates these challenging times.
