Canada’s Ivey PMI Rises Above Expectations

2026-03-06 15:11 By Isabela Couto 1 min. read

Canada’s Ivey PMI rose to 56.6 in February 2026 from 50.9 in January, exceeding forecasts of 51.1 and signaling broader economic expansion.

The Prices Index eased to 63.4 from 64.8, reflecting moderating inflationary pressure.

Inventories climbed to 57.2 from 50.9, suggesting restocking activity.

Meanwhile, the Supplier Deliveries Index fell to 45.2 from 49.2, indicating slower input flows.

The Employment Index eased to 49.4 from 51.1, hinting at softer hiring momentum despite overall growth.



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