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The Labor Department reported that the U.S. added a solid 206,000 jobs last month, slightly beating expectations and continuing a remarkably strong run, but the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.1%, a sign of slack in a labor market.
The Labor Department reported that the U.S. added a solid 206,000 jobs last month, slightly beating expectations and continuing a remarkably strong run, but the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.1%, a sign of slack in a labor market. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Euro Corporate Bond Supply Expected to Decline in Second Half of 2024
Rising geopolitical concerns and the upcoming U.S. elections are likely to limit issuance of euro-denominated corporate bonds in the second half, ING said. -
NBC News - Top stories
Employers added 206,000 jobs in June, as sturdy labor market gradually cools
The economy added 206,000 jobs last month, according to fresh government data, but unemployment inched above 4% for the first time in over two years. -
CNN - Top stories
US job growth slowed in June, latest employment data shows
Live coverage of the June jobs report has now ended. The US economy added 206,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. -
The Guardian - World
‘Beyond marketing, beyond explanation’: how Inside Out and Despicable Me saved the summer
As Pixar’s sequel unexpectedly becomes the fastest-ever $1bn movie, and with Despicable Me 4 poised to top the box office, film-makers reveal the secrets of their successes – and why adults are the new superfans of family films. Five weeks ago, ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Metal Prices Mixed; Gold Slips Slightly But Base Metals Rise
Base metals prices were higher while gold futures ticked lower but broadly holding ground, supported by rising jobless claims, which weighed on investor belief in a still-hot U.S. labor market, SP Angel said. -
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Financial Times - World
Can the market fix climate change?
Also in this newsletter: French horse-trading, Biden under pressure, inflation slows across EuropeClimate -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Australian fund managers Magellen and Regal Partners, and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Read about the U.S. rig count, RWE, Engie, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Energy & Utilities sector. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on prices for shipping containers, Chinese technology in cars, jobs at logistics companies, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Auto & Transport sector. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Quest Diagnostics, jobs in health care, Roche, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Health Care sector. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Glencore, crude palm oil prices, Nickel Industries and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials. -
CBS News - Top stories
July 4 travel expected to break records
AAA projects more than 60 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more this week over the Fourth of July holiday, which is millions more than last year. The TSA says it will be busiest on Sunday, when more than 3 million travelers could be ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Will Kindles be on sale for Prime Day 2024? What to expect
Amazon Prime Day 2024 could mean Kindle deals aplenty. Read on for what you should know ahead of the sale. -
The Hill - Politics
Clyburn expects ‘mini primary’ for Democrats if Biden withdraws
Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) said he would support the idea of a “mini primary” for the Democratic Party to choose a new candidate if President Biden decides to suspend his campaign amid growing concern from voters. Clyburn joined CNN’s Erica Hill ...Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Fourth of July travel expected to break records
The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is here; experts say it could be the busiest season ever. AAA estimates nearly 71 million people will travel 50 miles or more during the holiday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave ... -
ESPN - Sports
Packed Rose Bowl expected for top-of-table Trafico
A final-like atmosphere is expected for the Fourth of July top-of-the-table Trafico between the LA Galaxy and LAFC at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. -
CBS News - Top stories
U.K. election expected to bring dramatic shift in power
Polls show voters in Britain's election are likely to throw out Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Conservative Party that has been in power since 2010 in favor of Keir Starmer and the Labour Party.United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Samsung Electronics Expects Surge in Second-Quarter Profit
The South Korean tech giant forecast a surge in second-quarter earnings, suggesting that its flagship semiconductor business sustained a strong recovery. -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Samsung Electronics Expects Surge in Second-Quarter Profit
The South Korean tech giant forecast a surge in second-quarter earnings, suggesting that its flagship semiconductor business sustained a strong recovery. -
Financial Times - World
Samsung expects profits to surge on demand for AI chips
World’s largest memory chipmaker forecasts 15-fold rise in second-quarter figures -
The New York Times - World
UK Election Night: When to Expect Results
Almost every district is expected to declare a winner by 7 a.m. local time. A clear opposition victory would result in a quick transition of power.United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Samsung expects profits to jump by more than 1,400%
The South Korean tech giant is benefiting from the AI boom which has lifted the prices of advanced chips. -
CNBC - Business
One of the biggest bears in this bull market is leaving JPMorgan
Marko Kolanovic, who called the Covid-era rebound but missed the latest stock rally, is leaving the bank. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Betting Markets Favor Harris as Democratic Nominee
Vice President Kamala Harris has a 50% chance of being the party’s nominee, compared with President Biden’s 29% and California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 12%, according to derivatives contracts traded on PredictIt. -
MarketWatch - Business
Is the stock market open on July 4 (and July 5)?
Expect plenty of closures on Independence Day, but some stores will be open. -
The New York Times - Business
Netflix and Amazon Drive Bump in TV Show Market
Netflix and Amazon are driving a small bump in the market for TV shows after a major slowdown.Netflix -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Tempted by Japan's Booming Market? Be Like Warren Buffett
American investors who avoided a hit from the slumping yen have done much better.Japan -
Financial Times - World
Botched coup attempt in Bolivia highlights deepening political dysfunction
Feuding factions point fingers after last week’s failed plot that further exposed the country’s troubles -
Financial Times - World
What Starmer’s clean energy strategy means for investors
Incoming UK government has made low-carbon growth an organising principle -
Financial Times - World
Inside the mind of a Nimby
They are widely derided, but deep down isn’t everyone a Nimby? And shouldn’t we try to understand why people fear change close to home? -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Read about Chinese technology in cars, Canada’s decision to enact a digital-services tax, Ericsson, and more in the Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom. -
MarketWatch - Business
Is the market peaking? Not yet. But we’re getting closer.
10 signs that stocks are short of breath. -
CBS News - Top stories
Job market cools but remains resilient, report shows
The U.S. added 206,000 new jobs in June, marking a slight cooling in the labor market, but still a sign that hiring remains strong. Michael George has more on what this could mean for interest rates moving forward. -
CNBC - Business
Private payrolls grew by just 150,000 in June, less than expected
Companies added 150,000 jobs for the month, below the upwardly revised 157,000 in May and the Dow Jones consensus estimate for 160,000. -
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CNBC - Business
Tesla stock rises again after better-than-expected deliveries report
Tesla shares saw more gains Wednesday, after jumping 10% in the previous session.Tesla -
CBS News - Top stories
More than 70 million people expected to travel for July 4th
AAA says 70.9 million people will be traveling at least 50 miles this week for the Fourth of July, with 60 million moving by car. CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt has a look at the situation for flyers from Logan International Airport. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. Crude Oil Inventories Fall More Than Expected
Government data showed crude-oil inventories fell by 12.2 million barrels last week, much greater than the decline of 1.1 million barrels that analysts expected. Gasoline and distillate fuels fell too, as refineries raised their capacity use.