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Fewer Americans apply for jobless claims last week as labor market remains sturdy

Fewer Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market remains sturdy despite high interest rates

The Independent UK

One of the most accurate recession indicators is close to sounding the alarm as unemployment continues to rise

While the current jobless rate is still historically low, its rate of increase could be a sign of deteriorating economic conditions.

Fortune

Jobless rate rises for Latina workers but labor force participation rises for men

Latinas saw their unemployment rate rise from 4.1% to 4.5% in June, while it decreased from 6.4% to 6.1% for men

Latin Times

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Stock Market Today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Records as Jobs Growth Slows

An uptick in the unemployment rate amid a cooling labor market could accelerate the Fed's rate-cut timeline.

Kiplinger

Softer June Jobs Report Raises Rate-Cut Bets

Slower hiring and a rise in the unemployment rate up the odds of the Fed easing more than once before year-end, experts say.

Kiplinger

Black Unemployment Rate Rises, Inflation Debate Heats Up

Biden and Trump target Black voters with claims on unemployment and inflation, but data reveals discrepancies.

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Federal Reserve Monitoring Labor Market For Potential Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve's cautious approach to potential rate cuts amidst rising unemployment and inflation concerns.

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US Hiring Cools In June, Unemployment Up Slightly: Govt

US job gains eased slightly in June while unemployment edged up, government data showed Friday, in the latest sign that the world's biggest economy is cooling as policymakers hope.

International Business Times

Unemployment Rate Rises To 4.1% In Latest Jobs Report

US unemployment rate rose to 4.1% in June, highest since November 2021, amid economic uncertainties.

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US Job Growth Cools, Unemployment Rate Rises To 4.1%

US job growth slightly slowed last month, adding 206,000 jobs, with an unexpected rise in the unemployment rate to 4.1%.

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US economy adds 206,000 June jobs as labor market cools slightly

Number is close to what was expected, as unemployment rate creeps above 4% for first time in two years

The Guardian - US

Unemployment Claims Rise, Job Market At Risk Of Slipping

Recent data shows rising unemployment claims and mixed job market signals amid economic recovery.

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Dollar Slides as Weak US Economic News Bolsters Rate Cut Hopes

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday fell by -0.33% and posted a 3-week low. The dollar came under pressure Wednesday on weaker-than-expected US labor market news that showed a smaller-than-expected increase in the Jun ADP employment and a jump in weekly continuing unemployment claims to a 2-1/2 year high, a...

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Crude Erases Early Gains on US Economic Concerns

August WTI crude oil (CLQ24 ) today is down -0.14 (-0.17%), and Aug RBOB gasoline (RBQ24 ) is down -2.83 (-1.10%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today gave up an early advance and turned lower on US economic concerns after weekly continuing unemployment claims rose to a 2-1/2 year high,...

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Dollar Falls and Precious Metals Rally on Weak US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.52% at a 2-week low. The dollar came under pressure today on weaker-than-expected US labor market news that showed a smaller-than-expected increase in the Jun ADP employment and a jump in weekly continuing unemployment claims to a 2-1/2 year high, a...

The Independent UK

US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits inched up last week, but remain at historically healthy levels despite elevated interest rates

France 24

Paris hospitality sector faces tourism slump ahead of Olympics

Hotel occupancy rates in the French capital are well below average, as bad weather combines with Olympics-related transport hassles and price hikes to keep summer tourists away. Also, President Emmanuel Macron's planned unemployment insurance reform becomes the latest casualty of France's political upheaval – we take a closer look.

Newcastle Herald

Newcastle unemployment rate hits record low despite shrinking jobs market

The Hunter labour market is 'remarkable'.

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Fortune

Donald Trump says immigration is taking 'Black jobs.' Top economists: No

The long-standing question is "settled," Harvard economist Lant Pritchett says.

The Conversation

Kenya unrest: the deep economic roots that brought Gen-Z onto the streets

The generation of Kenyans born between 1997 and 2012 – the Gen-Zs – have borne the brunt of the country’s slow economic growth. If a country has slow economic growth, it typically experiences higher unemployment rates, reduced income levels and decreased investments. It leads to an overall lower living standard.

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S&P Futures Climb as Investors Await Key U.S. Inflation Data, Nike Results Disappoint

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU24) are trending up +0.39% this morning as investors bet that the upcoming reading of the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge will strengthen the argument for lower interest rates.

The Guardian - UK

How the ‘unforced error’ of austerity wrecked Britain

The Tories’ cuts were an obvious economic blunder, but their disastrous consequences are still piling up – and there is little hope Labour will reverse the damage

Barchart

Dollar Slips on Weak US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell by -0.14%. The dollar was under pressure Thursday after US economic news showed weekly continuing unemployment claims unexpectedly rose to a 2-1/2 year high, a sign of labor market weakness that is dovish for Fed policy. Also, weaker-than-expected US capital goods orders...

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Dollar Weakens on Fed-Friendly US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.27%. The dollar is under pressure today after US economic news showed weekly continuing unemployment claims unexpectedly rose to a 2-1/2 year high, a sign of labor market weakness that is dovish for Fed policy. Also, weaker-than-expected US capital goods orders...

The Independent UK

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims, but continuing claims rise for 8th straight week

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week as layoffs remain at healthy levels despite elevated interest rates and inflation

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