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Fed Cuts Interest Rates Again, Fed Chair Powell Says He Won’t Resign
The Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate for a second consecutive time on Thursday.
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US job openings drop to more than 3-1/2 year low in September
U.S. job openings fell to the lowest level in more than 3-1/2 years in September, pointing to a considerable easing in labor market conditions.
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Stock Market: Dow Skyrockets 400 Points, On Pace To Close At Another All-Time High
The Dow increased over 400 points on Wednesday as major investors awaited the minutes of the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting, as certain shares fell after the U.S. stated it was considering breaking up Google.
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US labor market remains stable; weather, strike distortions loom
October 3, 2024 – 6:48 AM PDT WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits rose marginally…
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US consumer confidence ebbs in September on labor market fears
U.S. consumer confidence unexpectedly fell in September amid mounting worries over the health of the labor market.
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Wall St subdued as investors await Fed decision with bated breath
Wall Street’s main indexes were flat as investors stepped onto the sidelines ahead of the Federal Reserve’s highly anticipated first interest rate cut in more than four years.
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Jobless Claims Decrease More Than Estimated To Calm Recession Fears For Now
The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell more than expected last week, easing fears of an unraveling labor market.
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Monthly US consumer prices post first drop in four years as inflation subsides
U.S. consumer prices fell for the first time in four years in June amid cheaper gasoline and moderating rents.
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Report: U.S. Job Market Weakens In June
The economy grew by 206,000 jobs in June, but unemployment was above 4% in the same month, according to the Labor Department said on Friday.
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Target lowering prices on 5,000 items in bid to lure more shoppers
Still-high food prices and borrowing costs have made cash-crunched customers more conscious of their spending on pricey items and look for cheaper products in stores and online.