UK construction sector decline slows in September
British construction activity fell at its slowest pace in eight months during September. A slight easing in the housebuilding downturn helped lift the purchasing managers index to 46.1.
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United Kingdom construction activity fell at its slowest pace since January during September, driven by a slight easing in the housebuilding downturn. The S&P Global Purchasing Managers Index rose to an eight-month high of 46.1 from 44.3 in August. The reading remains below the 50 threshold separating growth from contraction, extending a contraction streak that began in January 2025.
