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US weekly jobless claims increase to four-month high; worker productivity revised down
US weekly jobless claims rose to their highest level in four months, reflecting seasonal volatility but signaling a stable labor market amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
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.
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 consumer confidence ebbs in May as inflation worries mount
The Conference Board reports a slight decline in U.S. consumer confidence in May due to inflation concerns tied to the war with Iran.
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.
US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable
Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the U.S. rose moderately to 211,000, indicating a stable labor market amid inflation concerns.
US weekly jobless claims increase marginally as labor market remains stable
Initial jobless claims in the US rose slightly to 214,000, signaling labor market stability amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.
Fed sees modest economic growth in Fifth District
Economic activity in the Federal Reserve’s Fifth District grew at a modest pace in recent weeks, as consumer spending and tourism picked up.
US weekly jobless claims fall; manufacturing production retreats in March
U.S. weekly jobless claims fell more than expected while manufacturing production dipped in March amid economic uncertainty from the Middle East conflict.
US existing home sales drop to nine-month low in March amid tight supply
U.S. existing home sales dropped to a nine-month low in March due to tight inventory and rising mortgage rates, impacting housing affordability.
