Feb 8, 2026
The Ivey PMI came in better than expected at 50.9, indicating purchasing activity expanded relative to last month…
… despite the slight decrease M/M, likely driven by less inventory restocking - as balances built during the month and deliveries stabilized.
The employment index decreased slightly too, tracking to the drop in manufacturing employment in the latest jobs print.
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