Business activity in the U.S. services sector strengthened in April 2026, with the ISM Non-Manufacturing Business Activity index rising to 55.9 from 53.9 in March 2026.
The two-point increase suggests a faster expansion in the services side of the economy, a key driver of U.S. growth. Readings above 50 indicate expansion, and the move further into positive territory signals improving momentum after March’s more moderate pace.
The latest figure, updated on 05 May 2026, will likely be watched closely by investors and policymakers as they assess the resilience of the U.S. economy amid broader global uncertainty and shifting expectations for monetary policy.
