Scottish manufacturers experienced growth in August according to the Bank of Scotland’s latest Purchasing Managers’ Index.
The report shows the manufacturing sector had the fastest increase in employment in six months. New business increased at a much slower rate, while a lack of pricing power led businesses to reduce output prices. Manufacturers recorded a further increase in overall new orders, although did see a fall in export sales. The level of…
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