U.S. unemployment up to 4.1%, more jobs added than expected in June, labor report shows
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What September's strong jobs report means for you
A blockbuster jobs report for September sent stocks to record highs. The economy added 245,000 jobs last month, according to the Labor Department, exceeding the expectations of most economists. ...21 hours ago -
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What the latest jobs report says about the U.S. economy
The September jobs report showed U.S. employers added 254,000 jobs and yearly wage increases outpaced the inflation rate. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports ...Yesterday -
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Venture capitalist Ben Horowitz to make ‘significant’ donation to Harris
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What unexpected surge in jobs report means for the U.S economy
The Labor Department reported an unexpectedly large surge in new job creation, with employers adding 254,000 jobs in September. That's far above what was projected by economists. Jo Ling Kent ...Yesterday -
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The Economy Looks Strong After the Latest Jobs Report
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Business - Financial Times
US economy smashes expectations with 254,000 jobs added in September
Figure prompts traders to increase bets Federal Reserve will slow pace of interest rate cutsYesterday -
Business - CNBC
10-year Treasury yield soars after jobs report blows past expectations
In Friday's report, nonfarm payrolls grew by 254,000 in September, significantly exceeding economists' expectations.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
2-, 10-year Treasury yields see biggest weekly gains in up to 2 years after ‘supernova’ jobs report
Treasury yields recorded their biggest weekly advances in up to two years on Friday after September’s nonfarm-payrolls report produced far more new jobs than expected, erasing the likelihood of ...Yesterday -
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Jobs report blows away expectations
The September jobs report blew away expectations from economists after a slowdown in hiring in earlier data prompted the Federal Reserve's rate cut. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger looks ...Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
U.S. Employers Add 254,000 Jobs in September as Economic Growth Remains Solid
U.S. employers added 254,000 jobs in September, a sign that economic growth remained solid. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1 percent.Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Jobs Report Gives Kamala Harris Another Boost
Recent reports have shown inflation slowing and the economy growing at a robust clip. The Fed has also cut interest rates, bringing mortgage rates down.Yesterday - Kamala Harris -
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A Strong Jobs Report Suggests the Economy Is More Resilient Than We Thought
After months of wobbling, a fresh jobs report showed that hiring and wage growth are strong, aligning with other robust economic data.Yesterday -
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Mortgage rates spike after stronger-than-expected jobs report
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage is now 6.53% according to Mortgage News Daily.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Business - The New York Times
U.S. Hiring Surges, Surpassing Expectations
The labor market bounced back in September, adding 254,000 jobs, a sign that economic growth remains solid. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1 percent.Yesterday -
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The Jobs Report Is Good News for the Fed
The data reversed recent signs of a labor market slowdown, probably taking away the argument for a big rate cut at the Federal Reserve’s next meeting.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
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New jobs report stronger than expected, signaling more potential interest rate cuts this year
The second-to-last jobs report before Election Day was just released and it shows stronger than expected numbers that could signal more federal interest rate cuts. CBS News contributor Javier David ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
U.S. job creation roared higher in September as payrolls surged by 254,000
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 150,000 in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Better Than Expected Jobs Data Supports a Soft Landing
U.S. companies created 254,000 jobs last month, a hefty jump from 142,000 in August, and far more than the 150,000 expected by analysts.Yesterday -
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U.S. adds 254,000 jobs and unemployment declines, blowing away expectations
The U.S. added 254,000 jobs in September, far exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate fell from 4.2% in August to 4.1%.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Why one foreigner expects the U.S. to reclaim its stock-market dominance
Wall Street has lagged many of its peers in recent months. But that should change.Yesterday -
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Jobs report blows past expectations, showing hiring surge
The U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September.Yesterday -
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Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
US adds 254K jobs in September, blowing past expectations
The U.S. added 254,000 jobs in September, and the unemployment rate ticked lower to 4.1 percent, according to Labor Department data released Friday. The September jobs report blew past economist ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
September surprise? U.S. jobs report holds key to Fed rate cuts.
The U.S. jobs report has overtaken inflation as the chief worry of the Federal Reserve as it plots how fast to cut interest rates.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Business - CNBC
Here's everything to expect when the September jobs report is released Friday
Nonfarm payrolls are projected to show growth of 150,000, form 142,000 the month before, with a steady unemployment rate of 4.2%.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
10-year Treasury yield ends at highest level since August after better-than-expected ISM data
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, pushing 10- and 30-year yields to almost five-week closing highs, after data showed the economy’s services side grew last month and businesses remained ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Business - MarketWatch
Bitcoin may slide to $55,000. Its next move hinges on the U.S. jobs report and Middle East tensions.
Crypto investors are closely watching the U.S. jobs report to be released on Friday and the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East to gauge the near-term direction of bitcoin.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Anglo American chief says not ‘inevitable’ buyer will emerge after group slims down
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World - The New York Times
In Israel, Rosh Hashana Is More Bitter Than Sweet
On Rosh Hashana, many Israelis longed for a return to normalcy after a year of escalating wars for the country.2 days ago - Israel -
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More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose modestly last week but remains at healthy levels2 days ago