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Source: S&P Global Intelligence and compiled by The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group 2024 Select Regional and Country Highlights Eurozone Manufacturing Contraction Continues The HCOB Eurozone Manufacturing PMI® report for September was headlined with euro area manufacturing activity falling at its steepest pace thus far in 2024.
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