Canada Services Activity Plunges to Lowest on Record đ
Canada's services sector experienced significant contraction in March 2025, with the PMI falling to 41.2, marking the fourth consecutive month of decline, characterized by sharp drops in new business, modest job losses, and rising operating expenses.
Weak services sector performance indicates potential economic slowdown, which could negatively impact broad market indices and regional investments
US Services PMI Revised Higher đ
The US Services PMI rose to 54.4 in March 2025, indicating business activity growth driven by strengthened customer demand, while employment increased modestly and operating costs surged.
Positive economic indicator with service sector expansion, but tempered by rising costs and business confidence concerns
Brazilian Services Activity at 4-Month High âšī¸
Brazil's services sector showed resilience in March 2025, with the PMI rising to 52.5, indicating growth in new business and output, particularly in Consumer Services and Finance & Insurance, despite rising input costs and subdued business optimism.
Moderate economic signal with mixed indicators of growth and potential challenges in Brazil's services sector, which could have nuanced implications for emerging market and regional investment strategies
Eurozone March Services PMI Revised Higher đ
The Eurozone Services PMI improved to 51.0 in March 2025, indicating modest economic growth with increased employment and slower price inflation.
Moderate positive economic indicators for European markets with steady service sector performance and job growth
Spain Services PMI Expands Less than Expected âšī¸
Spain's services sector continued expanding in March 2025, but at a slower pace with softer demand conditions and moderating input costs, while maintaining optimistic future outlook.
Moderate economic indicator with mixed signals affecting European market exposure, showing resilient but decelerating service sector growth
Russia Services PMI Falls to 9-Month Low đ
The S&P Global Russia Services PMI declined to 50.1 in March 2025, indicating a weak expansion in the services sector with muted demand, slower new business growth, and decreased employment levels.
Soft economic indicators suggest potential market volatility and reduced economic performance, which could impact broad market indices and emerging market exposures
China Services Growth Hits 3-Month High âšī¸
China's services sector showed robust growth in March 2025, with the Caixin Services PMI rising to 51.9, driven by increased domestic demand, while employment declined and business sentiment remained cautious.
Moderate economic signal with mixed indicators suggesting potential market stability and cautious growth in emerging markets