ISM Manufacturing Index (Jul.)

The entire surge in the ISM manufacturing index to a two-year high of 55.4 in July, from 50.9, was due to an improvement in domestic activity. This new level is consistent with a further acceleration in third quarter GDP growth and should strengthen the Fed resolve to begin tapering its asset purchases in September.

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