Why Is the Services Sector Losing Momentum?
After two months of marginal growth, the services sector joined manufacturing in contraction. The Services PMI fell to 49.2, its lowest level since January. This decline stemmed from reduced new orders and weaker business confidence, with optimism falling to a two-year low. Notably, France reported its fastest decline in services activity since the start of the year, while Germany also showed signs of stress. However, services employment rose in November, offsetting broader job cuts.
How Are Price Pressures Affecting Business Conditions?
Price pressures increased in November, with input and output prices rising faster than in October. The services sector experienced sharp cost inflation, driven by rising wages, while manufacturing saw falling input and output prices. These mixed signals add to the challenges…
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