The RatingDog China General Services PMI rose to 51.4 in August 2026 from 50.4 in July, which was the softest pace since September 2024, surpassing market forecasts of 50.6. However, the latest reading was the second-lowest in 14 months, though faster than in July. The increase was mainly supported by domestic demand, while foreign sales rose for the fourth straight month, but at a more modest pace than in July. Employment rose for the fourth consecutive month, marking the longest sequence of growth since 2023.