According to the latest data released by S&P Global, the Eurozone’s final Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) has hit an eight-month high in February. The PMI index rose to 52.7, up from 50.8 in January, indicating an expansion in the eurozone services sector.
The rise in PMI was largely driven by an increase in new orders and employment. Additionally, business confidence reached the highest level since April 2022, highlighting the positive sentiment among Eurozone service providers.
This rise in PMI is welcome news for the Eurozone economy, which has been grappling with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The services sector is a crucial part of the Eurozone economy and this expansion is expected to support the overall economic recovery of the region.
This positive development comes as several Eurozone countries have imposed restrictions and lockdowns to curb the spread of new COVID-19 variants. The rise in PMI suggests that the services sector is showing resilience despite the ongoing challenges.
Overall, this rise in Eurozone Services PMI is a positive sign for the region’s economy and provides hope for a strong recovery in the coming months.