Economics
European Manufacturing Expands More Than Estimated
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Europe’s manufacturing industry grew more than initially estimated in December, powered by Germany’s export-led expansion.
A gauge of manufacturing in the euro area rose to 57.1 from 55.3 the previous month, London-based Markit Economics said today. That’s above the 56.8 reported earlier for December. A reading of more than 50 indicates expansion.