US: Private sector output growth slows in June, new orders rise at strongest pace for 5 months - Markit

"U.S. private sector firms recorded a further solid expansion of business activity in June, but there was a loss of momentum since May," said IHS Markit on Friday.

Key highlights:

  • Flash U.S. Composite Output Index at 53.0 (53.6 in May). 3-month low
  • Flash U.S. Services Business Activity Index at 53.0 (53.6 in May). 3-month low
  • Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI at 52.1 (52.7 in May). 9-month low
  • Flash U.S. Manufacturing Output Index at 52.9 (53.7 in May), 9-month low
  • Staff recruitment also picked up in June, with payroll numbers expanding at the strongest pace for four months

USD/RUB off highs, back below 60.00

The Russian currency is extending its weekly correction on Friday, now dragging USD/RUB further south of the 60.00 handle. USD/RUB attention on crude
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