Weak survey evidence puts Q3 rebound in jeopardy

The unexpected slump in the ISM non-manufacturing index to a six-year low of 51.4 in August, from 55.5, should all but rule out any possibility of a September rate hike, particularly as the manufacturing index fell back below the 50 mark last month.

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