The Swiss manufacturing sector displayed signs of contraction in July, as reflected in the latest procure.ch Manufacturing PMI figures. The PMI, which serves as a key indicator of economic health in the manufacturing sector, dropped from 49.6 in June to 48.8 in July 2025. This decline marks a continuation of the sector's struggle to maintain momentum amidst global economic challenges.
Data released on 04 August 2025 highlights that the current PMI level is below the neutral 50-point mark, which demarcates industry expansion from contraction. The latest figures suggest heightened challenges for Swiss manufacturers, attributable to a myriad of factors including fluctuating demand and potential supply chain disruptions, which have been pervasive across global markets.
Economists and market analysts will be closely observing these developments to gauge the broader implications for the Swiss economy. With manufacturing being a substantial component of Switzerland's economic landscape, the dip in PMI underscores the necessity for strategic interventions to bolster the sector and mitigate further decline.
