The results of the Institute of Supply Management-Chicago's business survey for July have been released at 9:45 am ET. The business barometer index based on the survey edged up to 53.7 in July from 52.9 in June. Economists had expected a reading of 52.5.
The US dollar held steady versus its major rivals following the report. As of 9:47 am ET, the dollar was trading at 1.5655 against the sterling, 1.2290 versus the euro, 78.25 against the yen and 0.9780 against the Swiss franc.
Looking ahead, the Conference Board is scheduled to release its consumer confidence report for July at 10:00 am ET. The report, which is based on a survey of 5,000 U.S. households, is expected to show that the consumer confidence index declined to 61.5 in July from 62 in June.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.