The services PMI was weaker in July than in June, suggesting the recovery in tertiary sector activity may have stalled at the start of Q3. Whilst businesses are optimistic that reconstruction-related spending will support activity in the year ahead, they are less positive about near-term prospects and are paring back staffing levels as a result.
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