US services activity cools to 57.9 in October, just shy of forecasts
S&P Global's flash services gauge dipped to 57.9 in October from 59.8, narrowly below the 58.0 estimate, while the manufacturing reading topped expectations at 56.0.
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UK private sector growth hits eight-month high as PMI tops 53
Britain's private sector expanded at its quickest pace since February, as the S&P Global Composite PMI reading for October climbed to 53.1, topping both September's 52 and the 51.8 consensus call. The figure carries weight for GBP/USD positioning.