Business Sentiments for October 2026 - March 2027
While geopolitical developments continue to cloud the global economic outlook, business sentiments in the manufacturing sector remain optimistic, amid sustained strength in global AI-related demand. A net weighted balance of 24% of manufacturers maintain a positive business outlook for the period Oct 2026 – Mar 2027, with a weighted 29% of firms projecting improved business conditions and a weighted 5% foreseeing a weaker business situation, compared to 3Q 2026.
