Thailand’s PMI May 2025

According to the latest report by by S&P Global Market Intelligence, the Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) for Thailand’s manufacturing sector reached 51.2 in May 2025, above the 50-point threshold that separates growth from contraction.

In May, production growth reached its fastest pace in nine months, leading to a decline in outstanding orders despite heavier workloads. 

Purchasing activity lowed because of sufficient inventories, although both pre-production and finished goods inventories increased. Manufacturers also added to their workforce and built up input stocks in response to growing demand.

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