ISM Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index 2021-2026

Three of the only five readings in positive territory in the past three years have come in the first three months of 2026.

 An index reading of over 50 is considered a sign of an expanding manufacturing sector, while a reading above 42.3 is considered to be a sign of an overall-growing economy.
Chart: Keyian VafaiSource: Institute of Supply ManagementCreated with Datawrapper