The Malaysian Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) jumped to 49.3 in June from 48.8 in May, recording its highest level since February.
The organization said the PMI reading reflected moderate growth in official Gross Domestic Product (GDP) statistics for the first and second quarters of 2025.
Based on the S&P 500 survey, the following index data shows positive and encouraging signs of recovery for Malaysia's manufacturing sector.
Furthermore, the S&P 500 also reported that a number of manufacturers took the initiative by increasing hiring in June 2025.
This increase in workforce ensured that companies reduced backlogs for 11 consecutive months.
The firm reported that some manufacturers believe that new product launches will boost their companies' sales and productivity.
Although manufacturing production is expected to expand in the second quarter, global uncertainty and cost pressures could affect the recovery of operations.
