The Nevi Netherlands Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.6 in September 2026 from 53.8 in August, a five-month low, reaching its highest level since May. The improvement reflected the fastest growth in new orders since May as market demand strengthened. Manufacturers responded by accelerating production, with output expanding at its fastest pace since January 2022. Input-cost inflation also quickened from the previous month and remained high by historical standards, while output prices continued to rise faster, indicating that firms retained some pricing power. Business confidence reached its joint-highest level since February 2025, supported by new project launches and expectations for stronger semiconductor-related orders over the coming year.