The preliminary estimates for the HCOB Eurozone manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) figure for June was revealed on Friday morning, coming in at 45.6, according to S&P Global. This was a six-month low, as well as quite a drop from May’s 47.3. However, due to June’s number still being under 50, the Eurozone manufacturing sector is still considered to be contracting, whereas a number over 50 would mean growth. June was the 15th month in a row of contraction, mainly due to new orders, employment and export figures lagging. Several companies also faced more rising input costs, while sel…