In December, Hungary saw a slight uptick in its Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), climbing to 53.7 from November's 53.6, according to the latest data released on January 5, 2026. This indicator suggests a modest improvement in manufacturing sector conditions, reflecting marginal growth in domestic industrial activity as the year closed.
PMI, a key barometer of manufacturing health, provides insights into new orders, inventory levels, production, and employment environment within the sector. A figure above 50 indicates expansion compared to the previous month. December's data underscores a continued positive trend, albeit with slight gains, signaling that Hungary's manufacturing sector remained in growth territory during the year's final month.
This incremental rise in PMI figures highlights resilience and potential steady progress in Hungary's manufacturing landscape amid broader economic dynamics. The consistent growth trajectory, although modest, might pave the way for stronger industrial performance in the coming months, sustaining Hungary's economic momentum into 2026.
