Automobiles & Auto Parts sector topped S&P Global Europe Sector PMI growth in March 2026, first time since Dec 2020.
The sector posted its fastest production increase since March 2023, propelling it ahead of 18 other European segments.
Overall European sector output expansion fell to 11 of 19 segments, the lowest number recorded in 2026 so far.
Input price inflation accelerated in 17 sectors and output prices rose in 18 sectors, the highest since Feb 2023.