A monthly survey of purchasing managers at service businesses.
Not on our calendar
The reads below are for when service businesses report stronger conditions than expected. Expect the opposite when service businesses report weaker conditions.
Sectors
Consumer CyclicalUsually helpsService businesses are where most consumer spending goes.
Financial ServicesUsually helpsA busier economy borrows more.
IndustrialsUsually helpsBusiness services are part of the sector.
Real EstateUsually hurtsHigher rates weigh on property.
TechnologyUsually hurtsThe survey's price line often lifts rates, which weighs on growth-priced tech.
UtilitiesUsually hurtsHigher rates weigh on utilities.
Basic MaterialsLittle effectLittle direct link.
Communication ServicesLittle effectLittle direct link.
Consumer DefensiveLittle effectLittle direct link.
EnergyLittle effectLittle direct link.
HealthcareLittle effectLittle direct link.
Where each sector’s relative strength sits this week is on the rotation board.
Industries that behave differently from their sector
AirlinesUsually helpsTravel is a service; the survey covers it.
LodgingUsually helpsHotels are in the survey.
RestaurantsUsually helpsEating out is a service; the survey covers it.
Staffing & Employment ServicesUsually helpsThe survey's hiring line is their business.