Pace of Economic Growth Slows As Inflation Remains Stubborn
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Yellen argues that undercutting democracy threatens economic growth
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will argue in a Friday speech that democracy is under threat and that undercutting it will, in turn, threaten economic growth.MarketWatch - Business -
Yellen Calls Threats to Democracy Risks to U.S. Economic Growth
In a rare comment on politics--and an indirect swipe at former President Donald Trump--the Treasury Secretary says "democracy is critical to building and sustaining a strong economy."Inc. - Business -
U.S. Job Growth Slowed in April
The economy added 175,000 jobs last month, a slowdown in hiring. The unemployment rate ticked up to 3.9 percent.The New York Times - Business -
Jobs growth in the US economy slows
Also in this newsletter: ‘seismic’ by-election results for Labour, and G7 at odds over Russia’s frozen assetsFinancial Times - World -
April Jobs Report Shows Slowing But Still Steady Hiring Pace
The Labor Department said employers added 175,000 jobs last month, a dip from March but another consecutive month that adds to the longest period of unemployment under 4 percent since the 1960s.Inc. - Business -
The Economic Slowdown Is Finally Here. Welcome It.
The services sector has cooled as consumers have pulled back, putting rate cuts back on the table.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Job growth slowed as employers added a seasonally adjusted 175,000 jobs in April, and unemployment ticked up to 3.9%, marking a break from a string of data showing surprising strength in the labor market.
Job growth slowed as employers added a seasonally adjusted 175,000 jobs in April, and unemployment ticked up to 3.9%, marking a break from a string of data showing surprising strength in the labor market.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden economic advisor on April jobs data
U.S. job growth cooled in April, according to new data by the Department of Labor. Jared Berstein, the chair of the United States Council of Economic Advisers, joins CBS News with his outlook on the new numbers.CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Haaland scores 4 as City keeps pace in title race
Manchester City's Erling Haaland struck four times as they remained on course to win a fourth successive Premier League title with a 5-1 thrashing of Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.ESPN - Sports -
Candidates Pledge to Revive Lost Economic Miracle as Panama Votes for President
Yahoo News - World -
Reese, Cardoso debuts spark popular livestream
The WNBA debuts of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso were widely watched on a social media livestream from a fan who stepped in when the league's app couldn't broadcast the game.ESPN - Sports -
US employers scaled back hiring in April but still added 175,000 jobs
The nation’s employers pulled back on their hiring in April but still added a decent 175,000 jobs in a sign that persistently high interest rates may be starting to slow the robust U.S. job marketABC News - Top stories -
Treasury yields see biggest weekly drops in months as tepid April jobs report raises rate-cut hopes
Treasury yields finished at their lowest levels in three weeks on Friday after April’s official jobs report brought the potential for a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut back to the minds of some traders.MarketWatch - Business -
Amgen’s obesity drug puts stock on pace for best day since 2009 as analysts predict big gains to come
One analyst says Amgen’s stock is in the ”early innings of a large move,” fueled by an experimental obesity drug.MarketWatch - Business -
Apple stock has best day since 2022 after earnings beat, $110 billion stock buyback
Apple shares popped on Friday after the company reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and the largest-ever stock buyback program.CNBC - Business - Apple -
Sen. Mike Braun’s economic ties to China didn’t matter in 2018. Why is it contentious now?
The politics surrounding China have shifted dramatically in deep-red Indiana.Politico - Politics - China -
Flight Centre's Top Executive Sees Growth Without Major M&A
Flight Centre’s top executive says the Australia-based travel company is well-positioned to grow without more major deals, though smaller acquisitions are still possible in specialized areas.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bombardier Sets Course Beyond Jet Making for Future Growth
The Canadian business-jet manufacturer said it plans to focus on three segments—defense, aftermarket services and selling pre-owned certified aircraft—as key pillars to grow its revenue and cash reserves in the coming years.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bombardier Sets Course Beyond Jet Making for Future Growth
The Canadian business-jet manufacturer said it plans to focus on three segments—defense, aftermarket services and selling pre-owned certified aircraft—as key pillars to grow its revenue and cash reserves in the coming years.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Warren Buffett says AI scamming will be the next big 'growth industry'
Artificial intelligence has both "enormous potential for good and enormous potential for harm," the investing guru said during Berkshire's annual meeting.CNBC - Business -
Global Growth Forecast Is Lifted but Risks Loom, O.E.C.D. Says
The global economy has proved resilient and inflation has declined, but any widening of the conflict in the Middle East could increase price pressures and dampen growth.The New York Times - Business -
Turkey's inflation accelerates to nearly 70% in April
Turkey's inflation accelerated to 69.8% annually for the month of April, the Turkish Statistical Institute reported Friday.CNBC - Business - Turkey -
Could lower swing-state inflation rates help Biden and hurt Trump?
Inflation in several battleground states in the 2024 election is below the national average — in some cases by more than a full percentage point — as food prices retreat even while housing costs stay hot, according to an analysis of regional Labor ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Beating inflation will likely require U.S. unemployment to rise
Americans are on a frustrating search for a soft economic landing.MarketWatch - Business -
Interest rate cut bets rise as US job creation slows; FTSE 100 at record high – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as latest US non-farm payroll shows weakening job creation. Newsflash: The UK’s services sector has posted the fastest business activity growth in almost a year, reinforcing hopes that ...The Guardian - World -
U.S. job growth totaled 175,000 in April, much less than expected, while unemployment rose to 3.9%
Markets had expected job growth of 240,000 and the unemployment rate to hold at 3.8%.CNBC - Business -
Government remains essential for the nation’s financial stability and prosperity
As we have detailed in our book, government has built our country by steering the market from the first presidential administration to the current one.The Hill - Politics -
Remains of man thought to be hostage found in Israel
Elyakim Libman was a security guard at the Nova music festival when Hamas attacked on 7 October.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Curtice: Conservatives remain in deep electoral trouble
Labour would have won 34% and Tories 25% if local results were replicated across the country, says Sir John.BBC News - Top stories -
U.S. Job Market Eases, but Hiring Remains Firm
Employers added 175,000 jobs in April, a milder pace than in the winter months, though layoffs have remained low and most sectors appear stable.The New York Times - Business -
Credit cards are the ‘financing of last resort’ for older adults as inflation persists
As inflationary pressures leave older adults with little wiggle room to pay for everyday items and cover emergency costs, credit cards have become the financing method of last resort. As a result, balances have jumped since last year.MarketWatch - Business -
Gold is overvalued now and won’t help you beat inflation in coming years
New research sees gold lagging U.S. inflation by more than 7% a year over the next decade.MarketWatch - Business -
Fed’s Williams says independence is key to winning fight against inflation
New York Federal Reserve President John Williams on Friday said that the U.S. central bank needed independence from the White House in order to get inflation back to its 2% target.MarketWatch - Business - Inflation -
U.S. labor market slows in April
The U.S. job market appears to have slowed last month. 175,000 jobs were added in April, falling short of expectations, while the unemployment rate came in at 3.9%. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.CBS News - Top stories