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The key points from today’s economic news, brought to you by Guardian Stockbrokers.
UK construction PMI dropped more than expected in September
In the UK, the construction PMI fell to 52.60 in September, compared to a level of 55.20 in the prior month. Markets were expecting the construction PMI to drop to a level of 54.00.
Euro-zone retail sales rose less than expected in August
In the Euro-zone, retail sales advanced 0.30% on a MoM basis in August, compared to a revised drop of 2.60% in the previous month. Markets were expecting retail sales to record a rise of 0.80%.
German factory orders fell more than anticipated in August
In Germany, factory orders dropped 7.70% on a MoM basis in August, compared to a revised rise of 4.90% in the prior month. Markets were expecting factory orders to record a fall of 2.10%.
US mortgage applications declined in the week ended 1 October 2021
In the US, mortgage applications fell 6.90% in the week ended 1 October 2021, compared to a drop of 1.10% in the previous week.
US private sector employment climbed more than expected in September
In the US, private sector employment climbed by 568.00 K in September, compared to a revised level of 340.00 K jobs in the prior month. Markets were expecting private sector employment to advance by 428.00 K.
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