Mixed global PMIs data – Danske Bank

Danske Bank analysts note that the final Euro area PMI manufacturing for December was revised slightly higher yesterday from 45.9 to 46.3.

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“While the revision was positive, the overall level is still very low and paints a picture of a fragile economy. However, with the recent improvement in China and Asia as a whole, we should expect some lift to PMIs over the coming 3-6 months.”

“US Markit PMI for December was revised slightly lower to 52.4 from 52.5 but is still off the lows seen in August last year of 50.3.”