China's business service sector boosts economy

Non-manufacturing PMI hits a 14-month high as growth continues

China's non-manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index reached a 14-month high of 56.3 in October from 55.4 in September, suggesting a stable expansion of domestic demand.

The National Bureau of Statistics and the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing released the figure on Sunday, showing that growth in the business service sector has contributed more to the overall economy.