The AIB Irish Services PMI for August shows continued strong growth in the sector. Overall, the PMI rose to 55.4 from 55.2 in July. Activity levels were boosted by rising new business and future expectations. The rate of growth in the Irish services sector was well ahead of the flash Eurozone and UK PMIs at 51.7 and 52.8, respectively; but below the US PMI at 56.8.