US and UK Economies Show Resilient Growth with Easing Inflation
Both nations report higher business activity and lower price increases, raising prospects for interest rate cuts.
- US business activity reached its highest pace in 27 months, driven by the services sector.
- UK business confidence surged post-election, with new sales at a 15-month high.
- Inflation pressures moderated in both countries, with prices rising at their slowest rates in years.
- Economists predict potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England.
- Manufacturing in the US showed signs of contraction, while UK manufacturing saw its highest PMI in two years.