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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.
Average Hourly Earnings
US job growth slows moderately; unemployment rate rises to 4.1%
The Labor Department’s employment report also showed the economy created 111,000 fewer jobs in April and June than previously estimated.
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US consumer confidence retreats slightly; house prices remain elevated
The mixed survey also showed consumers’ perceived likelihood of a recession over the next 12 months retreated this month.
Alicia Summers
Inflation Slows In May, Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
Inflation Slowed in May According to the Consumer Price Index Out Today.
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S&P, Nasdaq rise as fresh inflation data allays rate fears
A Labor Department report showed the PPI for final demand rose 0.2% in March, against forecasts of a 0.3% increase.
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US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall; labor market gradually cooling
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week.
Alicia Summers
Wholesale Inflation Soars in February: Wealth Advisor Weighs In
Inflation on the wholesale side rose twice as much as expected to 0.6% in February. The Labor Department’s report also shows PPI over the last 12 months ending in February hit 1.6%.
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US weekly jobless claims fall slightly more than expected
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell slightly more than expected last week.
David Stryzewski
Unpacking The December Jobs Report: Beneath The Surface, Reasons To Question The Optimism
The monthly jobs report for December, released today, reveals that U.S. employers added 216,000 jobs last month, surpassing expectations of 170,000.
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US job growth accelerates in December; wage gains solid
U.S. employers hired more workers than expected in December while raising wages at a solid clip.