FX.co ★ Thailand’s Manufacturing PMI Eases Slightly in May but Remains in Expansion Zone

Thailand’s manufacturing sector maintained its expansionary momentum in May 2026, although at a marginally slower pace compared with the previous month. The country’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) edged down to 52.60 in May from 52.70 in April, according to data updated on 2 June 2026.

On a month-over-month basis, the latest reading signals that activity in Thailand’s factory sector continues to grow, as the PMI remains above the 50-point threshold that separates expansion from contraction. The slight dip from April’s 52.70 suggests that while growth is still present, the pace of improvement has moderated somewhat.