March 2, 2026 — The monthly ISM survey of US manufacturing showed the sector remains in good condition but is facing elevated price pressures. The report, covering activity in February, continued a pattern of favourable readings so far this year.  

Overall manufacturing activity expanded and slowed only slightly compared with January, according to the ISM monthly poll. Respondents also signalled persistently high input and output price pressures.  

The ISM index is a widely followed monthly gauge of factory activity and prices; this release again pointed to underlying momentum in production alongside notable inflationary pressure in the sector. #ISM #USManufacturing #Inflation #FiatNews