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US private payrolls rise broadly in May
U.S. private payrolls increased by 122,000 jobs in May, led by education and health services, despite mixed signals on labor market strength.
US job openings jump to near two-year high in April
U.S. job openings surged to 7.618 million in April, the highest since May 2024, despite a decline in hiring amid economic uncertainty.
Wall Street hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes
Wall Street's main indexes reached record closing highs driven by tech sector gains and optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran deal, boosting investor sentiment.
Wall Street ends higher, Brent crude eases on reports of US-Iran truce extension
Wall Street stocks advanced after the US and Iran agreed to extend their ceasefire by 60 days, easing geopolitical tensions and impacting global markets.
Fed’s Musalem says rate hike may be needed if inflation doesn’t ease
St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem says a rate hike may be necessary if inflation does not ease in the next six months.
US inflation firming as Iran war drives up prices
U.S. inflation surged at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices amid the Iran war, affecting consumer spending and economic growth.
Wall Street rises, Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment
Wall Street stocks rose with the Dow reaching a record high amid progress in Middle East talks and strong corporate earnings boosting investor sentiment.
Warsh takes the Fed’s helm as inflation climbs, consumer sentiment dives
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair facing high inflation and debate over interest rate policy amid economic shocks and AI-driven changes.
Wall Street indexes end slightly higher as investors focus on Mideast peace hopes
Wall Street indexes closed slightly higher amid hopes for U.S.-Iran peace talks and mixed earnings reports from Walmart and Nvidia, impacting market sentiment.
US weekly jobless claims fall amid labor market resilience
Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 209,000, signaling labor market resilience despite inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions.
Wall Street rises as chip stocks rally ahead of Nvidia results
Wall Street's main indexes rose over 1% led by technology and chip stocks ahead of Nvidia's quarterly report, signaling strong AI sector optimism.
US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.56%, driven by inflation fears and higher oil prices amid geopolitical tensions.
