AI Data Insight
In the second quarter of 2026 (June), the US ISM Services Backlog of Orders Index surged significantly to 54.9 from the previous value of 51.3, standing firmly in expansion territory for the fifth consecutive month. Although the overall Services PMI remained flat at the consensus value of 54.0, driven by the World Cup tourism boom and robust consumption, companies have resumed hiring to clear backlogged orders, demonstrating better-than-expected economic resilience.