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ISM Services PMI Beats Forecast; S&P 500 Rises as Fed Remains Cautious

... central banks some leeway to ease up on tightening. Central Bank Outlook: Fed and Peers Remain Vigilant The April ISM data arrives at a crucial time for central bankers. For the Fed, the combination of steady growth and elevated price readings in the service sector presents a policy dilemma. On one hand, the lack of any severe economic slowdown gives the Fed room to pause and assess incoming data rather than rush into rate cuts. On the other hand, the sticky inflation signals from the services PMI reinforce ...

Key Economic Events and Corporate Earnings: Week of August 4 - 8, 2025

... results amid high chip demand, Amgen—one of the largest biotechs—will show pharmaceutical business dynamics, while the Arista Networks report will provide insights into demand for networking infrastructure equipment. Commentary: On Tuesday, global service sector PMI indices—spanning from Asia to Europe and the U.S.—will take center stage, shaping the outlook for the global economy heading into the latter half of the year. Investors will also receive important external trade data from the U.S., particularly ...

Investors on Alert: Stability in Russian Services and Rising Composite PMI — What's Next?

... neutral territory. What does this mean for investors, the stock market, the ruble, and bonds? Read our fundamental analysis for insights. Investors on Standby: Russia's Services Remain Stable, Composite PMI Rises—What’s Next? In April, the Russian services sector continued its moderate growth: the S&P Global Russia Services PMI remained at 50.1, virtually unchanged from March. The composite PMI, which combines data from the services and manufacturing sectors, rose to 49.8 (up from 49.1 previously). Overall,...

Economic Events and Corporate Reports - Tuesday, August 5, 2025 - PMI Index and US Trade Balance

... in Asia. Business Activity and Foreign Trade: Macroeconomic Signals Tuesday will see the release of a large block of Services PMI indices for July across key economies—from Asia to Europe. These indicators will provide insight into the state of the services sector, which remains a pillar of economic growth in many countries amidst cooling industrial activity. It is expected that PMI indices for China, India, and Russia will confirm continued solid growth (values remain significantly above the 50-point mark)....

Prices for Escort Services in Moscow on New Year's Eve Increased Fivefold: Reasons and Trends

... Year's Eve can increase by 1.5 to 2 times due to high demand and a limited number of drivers. What Does This Mean for the Market? The rise in prices for escort services during festive periods highlights the characteristics of seasonal demand within the service sector. Clients are willing to spend substantial sums for unique experiences, while market representatives adapt to these demands by offering exclusive services. What Should Investors and Traders Pay Attention To? If demand for escort services is rising ...