Ministry of Data and Statistics

□ In August, the Index of Services went up by 0.5% month-on-month owing to the rise in 'Information and communication' and ‘Professional, scientific and technical activities‘ in spite of the drop in 'Wholesale and retail trade'. ❍ In August, the Index of Services grew by 4.6% year-on-year owing to the increase in 'Financial and insurance activities' and ‘Professional, scientific and technical activities‘ despite the decrease in 'Accommodation and food service activities'. ※ For more information, refer to the attached file.