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Investor sentiment regarding the euro zone economy took a downturn in June, largely driven by negative expectations for Germany, the largest economy in Europe, according to a survey conducted by economic analysis company Sentix.

The monthly survey, which assesses whether investors hold positive or negative views on growth prospects, revealed a drop in sentiment to -17 points for June, compared to -13.1 in May. This figure was even lower than the expected -15.1 predicted by analysts surveyed by Reuters.

Private sector economic activity in South Africa has contracted for the third month in a row, according to the latest survey from S&P Global. The South Africa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 47.9 in May, marking its lowest level since July 2021. The PMI is an indicator of economic health, with readings above 50 indicating growth in activity.

Sentra.world, a business focused on ESG (Environmental, social, and corporate governance), has secured $2 million in initial investment headed by Avaana Capital, an early-stage climate-tech venture capital firm. RPG Ventures and Golden Sparrow Ventures also invested in the round, according to a corporate statement announcing the injection.

China’s services sector experienced a pick-up in activity during May, according to a private-sector survey released on Monday. The Caixin/S&P Global services purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to 57.1 in May, up from 56.4 in April. This expansion in the services sector supports China’s consumption-led economic recovery in the second quarter. The survey’s findings differ from the official PMI, which was made public last week and showed a slower rate of increase in the services sector.

Sales of two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles increased as a result of the wedding season and expected changes to FAME subsidies that are due to take effect in June. According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations’ (FADA) most recent figures, India’s Retail Vehicle Sales Increased By 10% YoY In May.

Indian service Sector Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) recorded a figure of 61.2 in May, according to S&P Global. While slightly lower than April’s reading of 62, May’s figure marks the second-highest level since June 2010. This sustained expansionary trend is significant, as a PMI reading above 50 indicates growth in the services sector. In fact, India has been in the expansion zone for 23 consecutive months since August 2021. The latest PMI data reflects the resilience of demand, impressive output growth, and job creation in India’s dynamic service sector.

On Monday, the Swiss international investment bank UBS announced that it would purchase Credit Suisse “as soon as June 12.” Following a government-backed rescue earlier this year, this takeover would result in a massive balance sheet of $1.6 trillion.

The app, which celebrated its one-year anniversary on April 7, received a new look as well as improved navigation and payment processes, resulting in its strongest growth period on all counts, including income.

Reserve Bank of India Monetary Policy Meeting Likely to Maintain Repo Rate at 6.50%, as indicated by a poll of economists. Factors contributing to this decision include higher-than-expected GDP growth, easing retail inflation, and the scaling down of rate hikes by central banks in advanced countries. The RBI’s focus on liquidity management and concerns about the impact of the monsoon on food inflation also play a role. Market participants are eagerly awaiting the RBI’s comments on these matters.

Paytm claimed 75 lakh merchants are now paying membership fees for its payment devices, up 4 lacks from May, and that its average monthly transacting users (MTU) had increased 24 percent year on year to 9.2 crores.

Saudi Arabia takes unilateral action to reduce oil supply, aiming to boost crude prices after previous OPEC+ cuts failed. Concerns over uncertain fuel demand persist due to economic weakness in the US and Europe, as well as China’s slower recovery. The decision reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to transparent and fair production targets. Lower oil prices have benefited global consumers, but the market remains uncertain about when the global economy will regain its thirst for fuel.