Japan's service sector activity strengthened in September as there were steep increases in both business activity and new orders, final purchasing managers' survey data from S&P Global showed on Friday.
The final services Purchasing Managers' Index rose to 53.3 in September from 53.1 in August. A score above 50 indicates expansion. The flash reading was 53.0.
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April 10, 2026 16:21 ET Inflation data from the U.S. was the main data event this week as the conflict in the Middle East continue. The minutes of the latest Fed policy session and the survey data on the services sector also made headlines. In Europe, manufacturing orders data from Germany was in focus. Price data from China drew attention in Asia.