Keywords: Business activity


UK manufacturing growth slows to four-month low as July PMI revised downward

Britain's manufacturing sector continued to expand in July 2026, but the pace of growth eased more than initially estimated, according to the latest purchasing managers' survey, highlighting fresh pressures on industrial activity despite the sector's sustained recovery. The final S&P......

UK private sector returns to growth in July as business confidence improves

Business activity in the United Kingdom returned to expansion in July, ending a three-month period of contraction as companies reported stronger operating conditions and easing cost pressures. The latest survey points to renewed momentum in the British economy, offering an early boost for the government......

German private sector returns to growth as manufacturing drives July PMI rebound

Germany's private sector returned to expansion in July, ending a four-month period of contraction as manufacturing activity gained momentum and lifted overall business performance. The latest survey suggests Europe's largest economy is showing early signs of recovery, although geopolitical risks......

UK services sector contracts at fastest pace since 2023 as Iran conflict weighs on Economy

Britain's services sector contracted for a second consecutive month in June, with business activity falling at its fastest pace since early 2023 as the economic effects of the conflict involving Iran continued to weigh on companies. The latest S&P Global Services Purchasing Managers' Index......

France's services sector remains in contraction as June PMI misses expectations

France's services sector remained in contraction in June, with business activity declining more than initially estimated as weak demand, persistent inflationary pressures and subdued confidence continued to weigh on the country's economy. According to the latest S&P Global survey, the France......

Eurozone services sector shows signs of recovery as inflation pressures ease

The eurozone's services sector remained in contraction in June, but the pace of decline slowed significantly as inflationary pressures eased at a record rate, helping stabilize business activity across the currency bloc. According to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)......

Italy's services sector returns to growth in June as inflation pressures ease

Italy's services sector returned to growth in June, ending a three-month period of contraction as easing cost pressures and improving business conditions helped lift activity, according to the latest purchasing managers' survey. The S&P Global Italy Services Purchasing Managers' Index......

Germany's services sector shrinks again in June as business conditions show signs of stabilizing

Germany's services sector remained in contraction for a third consecutive month in June, although the pace of decline eased as cost pressures moderated and business activity proved more resilient than initially estimated. The latest HCOB Germany Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled......

UK economy shows early impact of Middle East conflict

The British economy experienced a slight slowdown in April, highlighting the growing influence that international geopolitical events can have on domestic economic performance. New data suggest that disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East have affected several sectors of the UK economy,......