U.K. Manufacturing PMI grew to 49.5 last month

Purchasing managers index gained more than expected the last month. Markit market research group reported that the index climbed 4.1 points, reaching 49.5 on a seasonally adjusted basis, while it was expected that it would rise only by 0.8 points. Output rose significantly on the account of consumer goods, while companies that produce intermediate goods witnessed less considerable gains.