US March Manufacturing Sentiment Preliminary Release: PMI Index Trends

Markit released the US March S&P Global Manufacturing PMI preliminary data on February 20, 2026, at 22:45.The previous reading was 51.2. With 50 as the threshold, a higher value indicates stronger manufacturing sector expansion.**Data Definition**The preliminary PMI represents purchasing managers’ professional outlook on the manufacturing sector, covering key indicators such as new orders, employment, and prices. This index is compiled by S&P Global based on surveys of approximately 400 senior purchasing managers. The preliminary figure typically has a greater market impact than the final reading.**Data Importance**This data is rated at level 3 (relatively high) in importance and is closely monitored by the market. The next release is scheduled for July 24, 2026, at 21:45.

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