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Russian Manufacturing PMI Plummets Amid Job Losses and Inflation

12/29/2025

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The Russian manufacturing PMI fell to 48.1 in December, indicating a seventh month of contraction, according to S&P Global, with confidence dampened.
Production declined for the tenth straight month due to weak demand and fewer new orders.
Employment fell in December, with job losses accelerating.
Input cost inflation rose to its highest level since March, prompting manufacturers to raise selling prices.

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The Russian manufacturing PMI fell to 48.1 in December, indicating a seventh month of contraction, according to S&P Global, with confidence dampened.
Production declined for the tenth straight month due to weak demand and fewer new orders.
Employment fell in December, with job losses accelerating.
Input cost inflation rose to its highest level since March, prompting manufacturers to raise selling prices.