US Chicago PMI for September Released: Economic Outlook Slightly Improves

The Chicago chapter of the Institute for Supply Management released the Chicago Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for September on August 29, 2025. The reported figure was 43, in line with the forecast of 43 and up from the previous reading of 41.5.This index serves as a key barometer of manufacturing sector conditions, reflecting developments across production, new orders, prices, employment, and delivery times. The Chicago PMI is typically published ahead of the national ISM Manufacturing Index and is often used by the market to anticipate broader economic trends in the United States. Generally, a reading above 50% signals manufacturing expansion, while a reading below 50% may raise concerns about potential economic contraction.This data release is rated as having a level 3 importance and is derived from a monthly survey of purchasing managers in the Chicago area. The index is published monthly, with the next release scheduled for October 31, 2025.

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