Taiwan Manufacturing Growth Remains Solid

2026-09-01 00:39 By Kyrie Dichosa 1 min. read

The S&P Global Taiwan Manufacturing PMI edged down to 54.7 in August 2026 from 55.1 in July, marking its softest reading in five months but remaining firmly in expansion territory.

Output increased for the ninth consecutive month, while new orders rose at a rapid pace despite moderating from July.

New export orders expanded at a faster rate, supported by stronger demand from key markets including the US, Europe, mainland China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia.

Employment increased only marginally for the second month in a row, contributing to a sharper accumulation of backlogs.

Purchasing activity remained strong, although supplier shortages led to a deterioration in delivery times.

Input cost inflation accelerated for the first time in four months, driven by higher raw material prices and stronger demand for AI-related products, while output price inflation eased to a six-month low.

Business confidence improved from July's three-month low, on expectations of sustained market demand..



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Taiwan Manufacturing Growth Remains Solid
The S&P Global Taiwan Manufacturing PMI edged down to 54.7 in August 2026 from 55.1 in July, marking its softest reading in five months but remaining firmly in expansion territory. Output increased for the ninth consecutive month, while new orders rose at a rapid pace despite moderating from July. New export orders expanded at a faster rate, supported by stronger demand from key markets including the US, Europe, mainland China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia. Employment increased only marginally for the second month in a row, contributing to a sharper accumulation of backlogs. Purchasing activity remained strong, although supplier shortages led to a deterioration in delivery times. Input cost inflation accelerated for the first time in four months, driven by higher raw material prices and stronger demand for AI-related products, while output price inflation eased to a six-month low. Business confidence improved from July's three-month low, on expectations of sustained market demand..
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