Markit Services PMI reflects the level of activity in the Italian service companies during the given month. It is calculated based on a survey of purchasing managers from more than 400 companies, which provide transportation, information, communication, financial, insurance, real estate and commercial services. Managers evaluate business and economic conditions in their sector, as well as provide their short-term expectations. Readings above 50 can affect euro quotes positively.
S&P Global Italy Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI)
Last release
Actual
55.2
Forecast
52.5
Previous
52.5
Next release
Actual
Coming in 14 days
Forecast
54.1
Previous
55.2
Date (GMT)
Reference
Actual
Forecast
Previous
Jul 2011
48.6
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47.4
Jun 2011
47.4
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50.1
May 2011
50.1
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