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abcnews.go.comfinance5 days ago
U.S. jobless claims fall to 215,000 in week ending July 4
Applications for unemployment benefits declined by 2,000 from the prior week. The Labor Department reported the figure Thursday.
japantimes.co.jpbusiness7 days ago
Japan Nominal Wages Rise 3.2 Percent in May, Below Forecast and Slower Than April
Japan's nominal wages increased 3.2 percent in May from a year earlier. Average cash earnings for regular employees reached 311,165 yen. Growth marked the longest stretch above 3 percent since 1992.
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abcnews.go.comfinance11 days ago
Asian stock indexes rise after U.S. market sets record
Major Asian equity benchmarks advanced on Friday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new high. Gains were led by memory chip makers while some other semiconductor stocks extended losses.
finance12 days ago
U.S. employers add 57,000 jobs in June, below forecasts
Nonfarm payrolls rose 57,000 last month while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.2 percent. Average hourly earnings increased 0.3 percent for the month and 3.5 percent over the year.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldfinance14 days ago
U.S. Stocks Trim June Losses as S&P 500 Rises 0.8 Percent
U.S. equity indexes posted gains on Tuesday while futures pointed to a modest advance for the Australian sharemarket. The S&P 500 rose 0.8 percent, the Dow Jones gained 140 points, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 1.4 percent.
americanbanker.comworld14 days ago
U.S. Home Values Rose 0.8 Percent in April
Single-family home values increased 0.8 percent nationally in April from a year earlier, according to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Index. Chicago posted the largest metro gain at 6.5 percent while Seattle recorded the steepest decline at 2.3 percent.
rismedia.comfinance15 days ago
Single-family home supply reaches 10.3 months in May
The monthly supply of new single-family homes rose one month in May to 10.3 months. The reading is the highest since February 2009 and exceeds the long-term median of roughly six months.
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news.sky.comfinance15 days ago
UK Mortgage Approvals Fall to 56,200 in May While Consumer Credit Growth Edges Higher
Approvals fell short of the 63,000 estimate and the prior 65,900 reading. Net lending on dwellings and consumer credit also came in below expectations.
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citizen.co.zafinance18 days ago
Eurozone One-Year Inflation Expectations Fall to 3.5 Percent
Survey data released for May showed one-year consumer price expectations in the euro area declined more than forecast. Three-year expectations edged lower from the prior reading.
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insurancejournal.comfinance20 days ago
German Business Confidence Index Rises for Second Month
The index increased to 85.6 points in June, slightly above the 85.5 forecast. Officials cited reduced uncertainty tied to U.S.-Iran peace talks.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics23 days ago
Britain Prepares for Leadership Change Ten Years After Brexit Vote
Britain marks the tenth anniversary of its 2016 referendum to leave the European Union amid another prime ministerial transition. The country has seen six leadership changes in the decade since the vote.
Benzingafinance27 days ago
Dow Jones Hits Record High While Nasdaq Falls Over 1 Percent
U.S. stocks closed mixed Tuesday as the Dow Jones index reached a record high amid falling oil prices. The Nasdaq declined more than 1 percent while investor sentiment remained in the fear zone.
marketwatch.compolitics28 days ago
U.S. Small Business Optimism Index Falls to Lowest Level Since October 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business optimism index declined 0.6 points in May to 95.3. The reading erased nearly all gains recorded after the November 2024 election.
financialpost.comfinance28 days ago
German Investor Confidence: Forward Outlook Beats Forecasts While Current Conditions Slump
Forward-looking investor confidence in Germany exceeded expectations this month while the current-conditions gauge declined, according to @LiveSquawk reported data.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld32 days ago
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Rises in June for First Time Since Iran War Began
University of Michigan survey data showed consumer sentiment improved in June after gasoline prices eased. Attitudes remained near record lows despite the monthly gain.
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cnbc.comfinance33 days ago
10-Year Treasury Yield and S&P 500 Show Strongest Negative Correlation in 15 Years
The three-month correlation between the 10-year Treasury yield and the S&P 500 has reached -0.62. This marks the lowest level recorded in at least 15 years.
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dailywire.comfinance39 days ago
U.S. Jobs Report Shows 172,000 Gain in May
Payrolls rose more than expected while unemployment stayed at 4.3 percent. Upward revisions lifted March and April figures. First-quarter GDP growth stood at 1.6 percent.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics39 days ago
Iranian Strike Kills 1, Injures 63 as U.S.-Iran Talks Continue Without Deal
Negotiations between the United States and Iran remain stalled after weeks of reported progress. Missile and drone exchanges have resumed even as officials described a potential agreement as imminent.
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ibtimes.co.ukfinance42 days ago
U.S. Job Openings Rise 731,000 in April to 7.6 Million
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a sharp increase in available positions for April. Hiring declined while layoffs and quits also fell.
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foxbusiness.comfinance49 days ago
Home Prices Fell in Over Half of 20 Largest U.S. Cities in March
The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller index showed a 0.16 percent monthly decline in home prices across the 20 largest U.S. cities in March. Year-over-year growth slowed to 0.83 percent, the weakest annual pace since July 2023.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance52 days ago
U.S. Manufacturing Input Prices Index Reaches 80 Points in May
The Manufacturing PMI input prices index rose to 80 points in May, the highest level since mid-2022. The index has increased 18 points since February.
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finance.yahoo.comfinance52 days ago
S&P 500 up 130 percent over six years as consumer sentiment falls 55 percent
The S&P 500 has increased 130 percent in the past six years while a consumer sentiment index reached its lowest level since 1952. The data show a widening gap between equity market performance and household confidence measures.
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upi.comfinance53 days ago
U.S. Stock Indexes Rise Since Start of Current Administration
Major U.S. stock indexes have posted gains since the start of the current presidential term. The Nasdaq, Russell 2000, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average each recorded double-digit increases.
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ibtimes.co.ukworld53 days ago
U.S. Manufacturing Activity Reaches Four-Year High in May
A survey by S&P Global showed U.S. manufacturing activity rose to its highest level in four years during May. The increase was driven by stronger new orders and production.
New York Postworld53 days ago
U.S. Maintains Lead Over China in Multiple Measures of National Power
The United States exceeds China in total GDP, energy production, food exports, and military capabilities according to historical comparisons. China has four times the U.S. population yet produces about 60 percent of American GDP. U.S. advantages also include larger nuclear forces…
thehindu.comfinance54 days ago
U.S. Manufacturing PMI Hits Four-Year High While Services Activity Slows
Preliminary May data showed U.S. manufacturing activity rising to a 48-month high while services activity fell to a two-month low. The mixed results follow weaker readings from Japan and Europe.
prnewswire.comfinance54 days ago
Australia S&P Global PMI Composite Falls to 47.8 in May
The preliminary S&P Global PMI Composite reading for Australia dropped to 47.8 in May from 50.4 the previous month. Manufacturing and services sectors both recorded lower readings than in April.
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Semaforworld57 days ago
Poll Finds One in Four Americans Use Installment Plans for Online Purchases
A Gallup poll released May 18, 2026, shows 25 percent of Americans use installment plans when buying online. The share rises to 37 percent among lower-income households and 46 percent among those who say they lack enough money to live comfortably.
financialpost.comworld61 days ago
U.S. New Business Formations Hit All-Time Record in March 2026
Registered Agents reported 624,915 new companies in March, an all-time high for a single month. April saw 560,194 formations, a 9% increase from the prior year, even as consumer sentiment fell to levels last seen in 2022 amid 3.8% CPI inflation.
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rnz.co.nzfinance62 days ago
New Zealand Median House Prices Fall in April
Seasonally adjusted median house prices declined 0.5 percent in April from the prior month. They slipped 0.6 percent from the same month a year earlier. The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand released the figures on Thursday.
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dutchnews.nlfinance62 days ago
U.S. Beer Sales Fall 6.3 Percent as Gas Prices Rise
U.S. beer, malt beverage and cider volumes declined 6.3 percent year over year through the week ending May 2, according to Nielsen-tracked data. The drop was sharper than the 3 percent decline seen between November and mid-April. Higher gasoline prices, which have risen about 52…
winnipegfreepress.comworld62 days ago
U.S. Producer Prices Rose 6 Percent in April
The producer price index for final demand increased 6 percent in April compared to the same month a year earlier, according to data released on Wednesday. The rise adds to measures of price pressures at the wholesale level. Officials track the index as an indicator of potential c…
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US MBA Mortgage Applications Rise 1.7% After Prior Week's Decline
Mortgage applications increased after declining in the prior week, according to data released Wednesday. The 30-year mortgage rate edged higher to 6.46 percent. The figures come as the housing market continues to adjust to elevated borrowing costs.
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marketpulse.comfinance63 days ago
US CPI Inflation Rises to 3.8 Percent in April 2026
The U.S. Consumer Price Index increased 3.8 percent in the 12 months through April 2026, up from 3.3 percent in March. The data show inflation accelerated in the first four months of 2026 after holding near 2.4 percent earlier in the year. The figures come from the latest monthly…
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themandarin.com.aufinance63 days ago
Wage Growth Concentrated Among Higher-Income Households in April
Higher-income households saw after-tax wage growth of 6 percent year-over-year in April while lower-income households experienced only 1.5 percent growth that barely offset rising gas costs, according to Bank of America Institute data. Overall consumer credit and debit card spend…
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finance.yahoo.comfinance63 days ago
Germany ZEW Survey Shows Improvement in Economic Expectations
The ZEW survey for May showed economic expectations rising to -10.2 from -17.2 in April, beating forecasts of -19.5. The assessment of the current economic situation fell to -77.8 from -73.7. The figures come as analysts monitor Germany's economic performance amid broader Europea…
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thehindubusinessline.combusiness64 days ago
U.S. Farm Tractor Sales Fall 11.3 Percent in April 2026
Total farm tractor sales in the United States declined to 19,914 units in April 2026 from 22,442 units a year earlier. Four-wheel-drive tractor sales dropped sharply while self-propelled combine sales rose slightly. Year-to-date sales through April also declined compared with the…
foxnews.comfinance66 days ago
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Index Falls to Record Low of 48.2 in May
The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index declined 1.7 points in May to 48.2, the lowest reading on record. Current economic conditions fell 4.7 points to 47.8, also a record low. The index now stands 13 percent below its low during the 2008 financial crisis.
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cicnews.comfinance67 days ago
US Employment Rises More Than Expected in April
Nonfarm payrolls increased by more than forecast in April while the unemployment rate remained at 4.3%. The data indicates continued strength in the labor market. The figures support expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates for the near term.
finance.yahoo.comfinance67 days ago
U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Rise 115,000 in April
U.S. employers added 115,000 nonfarm jobs in April, exceeding economists' expectations of 65,000 but falling short of the previous month's revised total. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.3 percent while wage growth moderated. Private payrolls increased by 123,000 and govern…
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SEC Proposes Making Quarterly Reporting Optional for Public Companies
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday announced a proposed rule allowing semiannual reports to satisfy interim obligations under federal securities laws. SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins said current rules prevent companies and investors from choosing the reporting fr…
order-order.comfinance67 days ago
Brazil IGP-DI Inflation Rises 0.78% in April
Brazil's FGV IGP-DI inflation index rose 0.78 percent year-over-year in April, slightly above the 0.75 percent consensus estimate. The monthly reading climbed 2.41 percent, matching forecasts and accelerating from 1.14 percent in March. The data mark a reversal from the negative…
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Benzingafinance67 days ago
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Close at Record Highs
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted their highest daily and weekly closes in history on Friday, driven by gains in technology and semiconductor stocks. A stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report boosted investor sentiment even as inflation has returned and the labor market shows signs o…
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rnz.co.nzai67 days ago
U.S. Job Cuts Rise 38% in April as Tech Sector Leads Layoffs
U.S. employers announced 83,387 job cuts in April, a 38% increase from March, according to a report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Technology companies led the announcements with AI-driven reductions, while hiring plans fell sharply by 69% from the prior month. Year-to-date c…
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benzinga.comfinance67 days ago
McDonald's Reports Higher First-Quarter Earnings Amid Mixed Market Session
McDonald's Corp. posted gains in earnings and sales while US Foods Holding Corp. delivered disappointing results. U.S. construction spending, labor productivity and jobless claims data arrived as major stock indexes fell on Thursday, with the Dow Jones closing at 49,596.97.
nippon.comfinance67 days ago
Japan Composite PMI Falls to 52.2 in April
The S&P Global composite purchasing managers' index for Japan edged down to 52.2 in final April data from 52.4 the prior month. The services PMI also declined slightly to 51.0 from 51.2. Both readings remained above the 50 threshold that separates expansion from contraction.
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world68 days ago
US Consumer Borrowing Rose Most Since Late 2022 in March
Total U.S. consumer credit increased by the largest amount since late 2022 in March. The gain was driven by a surge in non-revolving credit along with higher credit-card balances. The Federal Reserve releases the consumer credit report monthly.
saastr.comfinance68 days ago
S&P 500 Earnings Growth Projected at 24.6 Percent in First Quarter
U.S. companies are reporting first-quarter earnings that exceed consensus estimates across all metrics. S&P 500 earnings growth is projected to rise from 13.4 percent in the fourth quarter to 24.6 percent. Deutsche Bank raised its 2026 earnings-per-share forecast from $320 to $34…
marketwatch.comfinance68 days ago
Median New Home Sales Price Falls 5.3 Percent in March
The median sales price for a new single-family home dropped $21,600 month-over-month to $387,400 in March, the lowest level since July 2021. The decline marked the largest monthly drop since November 2024. After inflation adjustment, the real median price reached its lowest point…
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Semaforworld68 days ago
Disney and Uber Report Strong Consumer Spending on Travel and Deliveries
Disney reported healthy demand at its parks and resorts. Uber's CEO said spending on rides and delivery orders remains strong with no signs of weakening. The reports come as gasoline prices rise and follow a government estimate showing slowing consumer spending in the first quart…
ibtimes.co.ukworld69 days ago
U.S. Private Payrolls Rose 109,000 in April, ADP Says
ADP reported that private payrolls increased by 109,000 in April, exceeding forecasts. ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson highlighted emerging strength across sectors. CNBC’s Steve Liesman and Richardson discussed the data on 'Squawk Box'.
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riotimesonline.comfinance69 days ago
Brazil Services PMI Rises to 52.4 in April
The S&P Global Brazil Services PMI increased to 52.4 in April from 50.1 in March, indicating expansion in the services sector. The Composite PMI also rose to 52.4 from 49.9 the previous month. Both readings point to a return to growth after March's contraction in the composite in…
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MBA Mortgage Applications Decline 4.4% as 30-Year Rate Rises 8 Basis Points
Mortgage applications declined for the second straight week as the average 30-year rate rose to 6.45%. The drop came after a 1.6% decline the previous week, according to data reported by @LiveSquawk.
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dnaindia.comfinance70 days ago
US Leading-to-Coincident Indicator Ratio Falls to 0.84, Matching 2008 Low
The ratio of U.S. leading to coincident economic indicators has dropped to 0.84, a level last seen during the 2008 financial crisis. This follows a 0.6% monthly decline in the Leading Economic Index for March. The Conference Board reported the data, noting the ratio's fifth conse…
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usatoday.comfinance71 days ago
35% of UK Young Adults Aged 20-35 Live with Parents, Higher for Men than Women
A growing share of young adults in the UK are living with their parents, with 35% of men and 22% of women aged 20-35 doing so. The rates have been increasing for both groups. The data comes from BBC reporting shared by @unusual_whales.
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under30ceo.comfinance72 days ago
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Record Highs Despite Softening Jobs Projections
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at new record highs on May 1, 2026, amid strong weekly gains and a surge in semiconductor stocks. Investors anticipate key labor market data, including the April jobs report expected to show 60,000 jobs added, and earnings from companies like Advance…
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insidermonkey.comfinance75 days ago
S&P 500 Records Strongest Monthly Gain Since 2020
The S&P 500 closed at a record high after its strongest monthly performance since 2020. E-commerce mergers and acquisitions surged in 2025 alongside record holiday online spending fueled by buy-now-pay-later services. Consumer sentiment remains low amid above-target inflation, sl…
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nbcnews.comworld75 days ago
U.S. Jobless Claims Drop to 189,000 for Week Ending April 25, Below Expectations
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell to 189,000 last week, a decrease of 26,000 from the prior week. This figure came in below analysts' expectations of 214,000. The data reflects ongoing strength in the U.S. job market despite broader economic pressures.
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Bloombergworld75 days ago
Samsung Projects 90-95% Q1 DRAM Price Increase; AI Spending at $725 Billion
Samsung Electronics reported a sharp increase in DRAM prices due to demand exceeding supply, as Google leads Big Tech in aggressive AI infrastructure investments projected to reach $725 billion industry-wide. Geopolitical tensions rise with CENTCOM planning strikes on Iranian inf…
ibtimes.co.ukfinance81 days ago
Japan's March CPI Increases to 1.5% Year-Over-Year, Core at 1.8%
Japan's nationwide consumer price index rose to 1.5% year-over-year in March, exceeding the forecast of 1.4%. The core CPI increased to 1.8%, also surpassing expectations. These figures aligned with government survey expectations and showed a slight increase from prior levels.
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