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ISM manufacturing PMI

A monthly survey of purchasing managers at US factories. Readings above 50 mean activity is expanding; below 50 means it is shrinking.

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Monday, November 2, 2026

10:00 AM ET· covers Oct 2026

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Why it matters for your money

It is one of the first looks at each month's economy, and its prices-paid index can flag inflation building up in supply chains.

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