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The ISM Manufacturing PMI unexpectedly fell to 46.5 in October 2024 from 47.2 in September and below forecasts of 47.6. The reading pointed to the another contraction in the manufacturing sector and the worst since July 2023, as demand continues to be weak, output declined, and inputs stayed accommodative. Production (46.2 vs 49.8), inventories (42.6 vs 43.9) and backlog of orders (42.3 vs 44.1) fell faster and price pressures intensified (54.8 vs 48.3). Also, new orders (47.1 vs 46.1) and employment (44.4 vs 43.9) continued to decline but at a slower pace. Companies cited continuing efforts to right-size workforces to levels consistent with forecasted demand. Meanwhile, supplier deliveries improved (52 vs 52.2).