UK service sector see gains amid Middle East tensions
The results of a key survey showed that the British service sector, which is the main driver of the economy, recorded a surprising improvement in August. The "Standard & Poor's Global" PMI index rose to 52.8 points, the highest in six months, surpassing expectations that indicated a decline to 51.8 points. The improvement was driven by increased consumer confidence and improved domestic conditions, despite the continued slowdown in employment within the sector since October of last year. Meanwhile, the manufacturing index dropped to its lowest level in five months. Experts expect the economic growth in the third quarter to continue at a rate of about 0.3%, with the Bank of England anticipated to tighten monetary policy, but cautiously, by raising interest rates later on.
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