Euro zone PMIs hit six-month highs, suggesting economic stabilization may be in sight

[Luckyfish]

Euro zone output improved by a record margin in April, suggesting that the economy could begin to stabilize by the end of the year, Markit Economics reported on Thursday.

“According to advance estimates, the euro zone manufacturing purchasing managers index hit a six-month high of 36.7 in April, beating expectations of a 34.7 print.

However, employment levels continued to contract, falling at record speeds as companies adjusted to weakening demand. What is your input on the situation

[Lolly]

I have see in the UK statistics that they are actually investing millions into creating employment for persons under 25 years. Housing is still shockingly low.

[EvElyN]

Euro zone’s Production Prices in April.

Current: -0.7% m/m. -3.1% y/y.

Previous: -0.5% m/m. -1.8% y/y.

[forexguide]

So that is the production price as of April... what year? current year..?