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Federal Reserve economists aren’t sold that AI will actually make workers more productive, saying it could be a one-off invention like the light bulb

Central bank economists find generative AI “at the crossroads,” debating if it could be as revolutionary as the electric dynamo or the microscope.

Fortune

Economists Flip To Trump's Side After Jobs Data–And Jerome Powell Is Now In Trouble

Just two days after Fed Chair Jerome Powell refused to pre-commit to a September rate cut, the U.S. labor market did it for him.

Benzinga

Tariffs and Economic Jitters Hammer Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -1.60%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -1.35%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.77%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are down -1.67%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Trump steps up attacks on Fed’s independence amid interest rates row

US president called on top Fed officials to seize control from chair Jerome Powell if he fails to cut interest rates

The Guardian - US

Dollar Retreats as Weak US Economic Reports Boost Fed Rate Cut Chances

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today retreated from a 2-month high and is down by -1.11%. The dollar tumbled today after the Jul payroll report showed the US labor market cooled more than expected, bolstering speculation the Fed may cut interest rates as soon as next month. Losses in the...

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Stocks Slump on Tariffs and Weak US Job Growth

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -1.70%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -1.48%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -2.01%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are down -1.75%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Shockingly bad jobs report reveals a monthslong stall and may trigger Fed rate cuts soon. ‘Powell is going to regret holding rates steady’

“September is a lock for a rate cut, and it might even be a 50-basis-point move to make up the lost time.”

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Should You Buy These ETFs Before the Fed Cuts Rates?

The Fed is expected to cut the federal funds rate at the December Fed meeting, and investors should consider these ETFs as interest rates head lower.

Kiplinger

Dow tumbles more than 500 points as job numbers shock Wall Street and tariff 'panic' sets in

Trump, meanwhile, continues to beat the drum against Fed chair Jerome Powell.

Fortune

July Jobs Report Renews Rate-Cut Hopes: What the Experts Are Saying

The July jobs report shows weakening in the labor market and lifts expectations for a September rate cut.

Kiplinger

Trump’s new tariff regime has begun after months of chaos and uncertainty. But is his approach working?

The beginning of August marks the latest deadline for US president Donald Trump’s “liberation day” tariff policy. This era of chaos and uncertainty began on April 2 and the situation remaims fluid. With the deadline for partners to secure a deal with Washington now passed, it’s a good time to…

The Conversation

US Job Growth Weaker Than Expected In July As Unemployment Rises

US job growth missed expectations in July, government data showed Friday, while revisions to hiring figures in recent months brought them to the weakest levels since the Covid-19 pandemic.

International Business Times

Labor Market Is Cracking–And Trump Now Threatens Fed Takeover

The U.S. labor market just offered the first major reality check on President Donald Trump's tariff-driven economic uncertainty—and it's not the message investors or the White House were hoping for.

Benzinga

US adds just 73,000 jobs in July amid pressure from Trump’s trade war

July jobs growth slowed amid rising signs that Trump’s tariffs are weighing on trade, prices and hiring

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Benzinga

Trump Demands Fed Board Remove Chair Jerome Powell, But Polymarket Traders Aren't Buying It

Prediction markets show minimal belief that Donald Trump will attempt to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell by the end of August, despite the former president's latest attack on Powell via Truth Social.

Benzinga

Freddie Mac Says 30-Year Mortgage Slips To 6.72%, But Jerome Powell's Cautious Rate Tone Fuels 'Higher For Longer' Fears, Pressuring Housing Market

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage ticked down to 6.72% this week, returning to its level from three weeks ago and offering only modest relief to buyers squeezed by record prices and high borrowing costs, Freddie Mac said. The 15-year fixed rate also eased to 5.85%.

Fortune

Jamie Dimon doubles down on backing Powell despite Trump criticism, saying an independent Fed means lower rates

"Independence keeps interest rates lower, if you actually look through the history of interest rates a little bit," Dimon says.

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Stock Index Futures Plunge on Trump’s Tariffs & A Weak US Jobs Report

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are down -0.93%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are down -1.03% this morning as U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping import tariffs fueled concerns about the outlook for economic growth.

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Benzinga

Stock Market Today: Futures Drop On 'Aug 1' Tariff Deadline Fears, Chevron, Exxon, Apple, Amazon In Focus

U.S. stock futures fell sharply on Friday after ending lower on Thursday. Futures of major benchmark indices were down.

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3 Volatility Predictions for Apple, Amazon and Other Mega Stocks for the Rest of 2025

What’s ahead for Apple, Amazon and other mega stocks? Explore 3 expert volatility predictions shaping the rest of 2025’s market landscape.

International Business Times

Stocks Struggle As Trump Unveils New Tariff Sweep Offsets Earnings

Asian markets mostly fell Friday as Donald Trump announced tariffs on dozens of trading partners ahead of a self-imposed deadline, offsetting strong earnings from tech giants.

Benzinga

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Slide As Hotter-Than-Expected Inflation Dims Rate Cut Hopes: Analyst Sees ETH Dip After $4,000 Peak

Leading cryptocurrencies fell alongside stocks on Thursday as a jump in consumer prices dampened hopes of interest rate cuts.

Benzinga

Peter Schiff Slams Fed's Blind Spot: Jerome Powell 'Looking Through' Soaring Inflation While Policy Remains 'Far Too Loose'

Economist Peter Schiff is criticizing the Federal Reserve for its handling of inflation, arguing that the central bank is underestimating persistent price pressures.

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Stocks Erase Early Gains as Chip Makers and Big Pharma Retreat

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed down -0.37%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.74%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.55%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) fell -0.43%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25...

Benzinga

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Struggle As Post-FOMC Blues Hits Markets

Cryptocurrency markets are down after Bitcoin failed to consolidate above the $119,00 mark.

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