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India's manufacturing activity slowed to the slowest in five months in September, with new orders growing at a slower pace, according to a private survey. The Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) dropped to 57.5 in September, down from 58.6 in August, but remained in positive territory for the 27th consecutive month. Despite the slowdown, India's factory output grew at the highest rate among emerging markets in Asia. Employment rose due to increased production and new orders, while input costs eased. However, higher oil prices may increase input costs in the future. | Latest News India

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Firms remain ‘very optimistic’ about business over the next 12 months despite slowing

Factory Purchasing Managers' survey results and unemployment from the euro area are the top economic news due on Monday. At 2.00 am ET, UK Nationwide house price data is due.

On a weak day of economic announcements, the PMI Manufacturing Index and Construction Spending might be of interest to investors today. The ADP Employment report, Jobless Claims, Employment Situation reports and Consumer Credit might be getting attention this week.