UK S&P Global Composite PMI Flash (Feb) 53.9 vs. Exp. 53.3 (Prev. 53.7, Low. 52.8, High. 53.9)
The UK S&P Global Composite PMI Flash for February beats expectations, suggesting stronger economic growth, particularly in the service sector, which could support a shift in the Bank of England's outlook.
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UK S&P Global Composite PMI Flash (Feb) 53.9 vs. Exp. 53.3 (Prev. 53.7, Low. 52.8, High. 53.9)
EU HCOB Manufacturing PMI Flash (Feb) 50.8 vs. Exp. 50 (Prev. 49.5, Low. 49.4, High. 50.5)
EU HCOB Services PMI Flash (Feb) 51.8 vs. Exp. 51.9 (Prev. 51.6, Low. 51.4, High. 52.3)
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- “Bank of England policymakers will be encouraged by the indications of stronger economic growth, but the relatively modest price pressures being signalled and ongoing worrying labour market weakness will likely result in a growing call for further rate cuts.”
- “The upturn continues to be led by the service sector but there are signs that manufacturing is regaining momentum to join in the recovery, reporting a surge in export orders of a magnitude not seen since the pandemic."
- “Higher staffing costs, often attributed to Budget policy changes, meant service sector inflation remained elevated. However, increased competition, especially in the manufacturing sector, is helping keep a lid on inflationary pressures."
However, with persistent labor market concerns and modest inflation pressures, there may be growing calls for further rate cuts. This context reinforces the mixed signals in the economy, influencing GBP and market expectations around monetary policy.
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