The euro area’s manufacturing sector fell deeper into contraction territory during September, latest PMI® data from S&P Global showed, due to further slides in both output and new orders. In some cases, production volumes were reduced in response to high energy prices, while many firms downwardly adjusted their operating schedules in line with lower order books. Demand for eurozone goods sank sharply in September as high inflation and economic uncertainty reportedly squeezed client appetite. Business confidence subsequently fell to its lowest level since May 2020, leading firms to cut purchasing activity further in ... (full story)