The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose by 8.2 points to 48.7 in January, marking a significant recovery from December’s slump. Although still below the neutral 50-point ...
Public procurement has evolved from a routine purchasing function into a strategic policy instrument that can drive innovation, sustainability and economic inclusion. Modern frameworks emphasise ...
Tariffs brought chaos to many Chinese companies; the country's official purchasing managers' index contracted for much of last year, with April 2025 being its weakest reading since December 2023.