French manufacturing production change: machinery n.e.c
French manufacturing production change: machinery n.e.c stood at 2.88 Balance of opinion in Sep 2026, according to Banque de France – Webstat (webstat.banque-france.fr). It is one of the indicators in the Banque de France business surveys table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1987 to Sep 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Banque de France business surveys table
| Indicator | 09-2026 | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Production, change on previous month | |||||||||||
| Machinery and equipment n.e.c. | 2.88 | 3.9 | 7 | 5.12 | 5.01 | 5.59 | 10.56 | 11.58 | 11.16 | 4.41 | |
| Other manufacturing, repair and installation | 2.53 | -9.35 | 0.11 | 3.48 | 2.8 | -3.54 | 6.22 | 2.18 | 10.4 | 3.27 |
Understanding french manufacturing production change: machinery n.e.c
Industrial machinery builders, agricultural implement manufacturers, power tool producers, and specialized industrial equipment fabricators provide the qualitative input for this series. The index captures output shifts across general-purpose and specialized machinery production lines, excluding motor vehicle manufacturing and office furniture fabrication. Respondents evaluate their monthly volume changes to construct a net balance representing industrial capital goods momentum.
Reading this measure effectively requires understanding that capital equipment orders often involve long lead times, meaning monthly sentiment can reflect past contracting decisions rather than immediate sales. Month-over-month comparisons capture emerging turning points best, though preliminary estimates are routinely revised as complex industrial panels report. Comparing this series with broader manufacturing gauges helps reveal whether capital goods are leading or lagging the wider industrial cycle.
Frequently asked questions
- What kinds of products are classified under machinery n.e.c.?
- The category includes general-purpose machinery, industrial engines, pumps, compressors, and specialized equipment not classified elsewhere.
- Why do lead times matter when interpreting this machinery index?
- Long manufacturing cycles mean current output often reflects order books established months prior rather than sudden demand shifts.
- Do early survey results undergo regular revisions?
- Initial estimates are provisional and frequently adjusted as lagging industrial respondents return their questionnaires.