Key facts
- The Mid-American Manufacturing PMI fell 1.6 points to 54.4 in May.
- This is the second-lowest reading for the index this year.
- 81% of supply managers reported higher input prices.
- The Price Index rose 6.1 points to 81.7.
The Mid-American PMI, compiled by Creighton University, is a regional indicator of manufacturing activity in the Midwestern United States. A reading above 50 indicates expansion, while a reading below 50 suggests contraction. This report provides insights into the health of the manufacturing sector and inflationary pressures within the region.