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US Jobless Claims Dip to 198,000 Amidst Sluggish Hiring and Economic Uncertainty
New data reveals a surprising drop in US jobless claims to 198,000, signaling low layoffs. However, this contrasts with broader indicators of a weakening job market, sluggish hiring, and Federal Reserve concerns about underlying economic fragility.
Revolution Medicines Stock Surges: A Headline Without the Story Amidst Broader Market Shifts
While a headline announced Revolution Medicines stock surged over 20% on potential AbbVie acquisition, the detailed market report focused on broader economic indicators, labor market trends, corporate earnings, and global oil dynamics, leaving the specific acquisition details unaddressed. This article…
US Unemployment Hits Four-Year High as Job Growth Slows: November Jobs Report Reveals Deepening Labor Market Strains
The November 2025 US jobs report shows unemployment at its highest in four years and sluggish job creation, with federal data delays and sectoral shifts painting a complex economic picture.
US Unemployment Rate Rises Amid Surprising September Job Gains: What the Latest Report Reveals
The September 2025 US jobs report, delayed by a government shutdown, reveals an unexpected rebound in job creation but a rise in unemployment to 4.4%. Amid economic caution, wage gains are tempered by inflation, layoffs are surging, and uncertainty persists…
October FOMC Meeting: Rate Cut, QT End, and Market Surge as Fed Navigates Economic Crossroads
The October FOMC meeting saw the Federal Reserve signal a rate cut and the end of quantitative tightening, sending markets to new highs. Behind the headlines, the Fed faces persistent inflation, labor market challenges, and global uncertainty.
Fed Rate Cut: What Powell’s Signals Mean for Global Markets Today
The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut rates by 0.25%, but investors are focused on Chair Jerome Powell’s tone and guidance, which could sway global stocks, commodities, and currencies.
10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5-Month Low Amid Weak Jobs Data
The 10-year Treasury yield fell to a 5-month low, reflecting weak job market data and rising expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Investors weigh the economic implications.
Stable Start for Armenia’s Economy in 2025: What’s Driving the Growth?
The Central Bank of Armenia reports stable economic activity at the start of 2025, driven by growth in construction, services, and trade, but notes some short-term uncertainties.