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Inflation eases to its lowest in over two years, but it's still running a bit high

Consumer inflation hit 3% in June, the lowest since March 2021. Though easing prices will be comforting to the Federal Reserve, inflation is still running higher than the central bank would like.

WEKU

Mortgage Rates Top 7% Amid Fed Hike, But Housing Market Resilient

Mortgage rates hit a late November high of 7.07% last week, but the underlying housing market looks surprisingly resilient.

The Street

Stock Index Futures Move Higher Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

September S&P 500 futures (ESU23) are up +0.19%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU23) are up +0.23% this morning as investors awaited a crucial U.S. inflation report that will heavily influence market expectations regarding the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy actions.

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US inflation is believed to have slowed sharply in June in a further sign of easing price pressures

U.S. inflation is expected to post its lowest level in more than two years in a report being released Wednesday — a slowdown that, if sustained, could lead the Federal Reserve to halt its interest rate hikes later this year

The Independent UK

Bitcoin Faces Crucial Test In Second Half Of 2023, Says Bloomberg Macro Strategist

BTC's performance in H1 sets the stage for a defining period as it aims to prove its status as a high-beta asset or digital gold.

Zenger

Forced sale concerns for 43,000 mortgage holders: survey

Around 3 percent of mortgage holders face the very real possibility of a having to sell over the next year as a result of higher interest rates.

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What Is an Inflection Point in Finance? Definition & Example

In finance and business, the term “inflection point” refers to a change in direction of a trend or pattern in a market or indicator, typically in response to an event or action. An inflection point can also represent a change in a market, industry, sector, or a company’s business that…

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US adds below-forecast 209,000 jobs as labor market cools

U.S. job gains moderated in June while wage growth remained firm, showing a strong enough labor market to keep the Federal Reserve on track to raise interest rates this month.

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The job market is cooling but still surprisingly strong. Is that a good thing?

U.S. employers added 209,000 jobs in June. That's a solid number, but fewer than the month before. Here are the 5 things we took away from the report.

WEKU

Jobs Report Isn’t Set in Stone, But Fed’s Path Forward Is Likely Set in Concrete

The slower-than-expected June jobs report may signal Fed rate hikes are here to stay.

The Street

Are You Ready for FedNow? Exploring the Future of Instant Transactions

The Federal Reserve has positioned the FedNow program as revolutionizing payments with real-time speed, financial inclusion, and innovation. While that sounds great, one has to weigh the pros and cons of a potentially revolutionary technology before rendering a decision.

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The U.S. added 209,000 jobs in June, showing that hiring is slowing but still solid

U.S. employers added 209,000 jobs in June, marking another respectable month of job growth, though it was slower than in previous months.

WEKU

Stock market today: Asian shares fall as strong US data dash hopes for an end to rate hikes

Asian shares have slipped after another decline on Wall Street, where hopes for an end to interest rate hikes have been shaken by strong economic data

The Independent UK

US jobs report likely to show a solid gain, potentially complicating Fed's drive to cool inflation

Another solid month of hiring in the United States is expected to be reported Friday, an outcome that would suggest no recession is in sight yet could make it harder for the Federal Reserve to succeed in its drive to cool the economy and curb high inflation

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Fed Rate Hikes Here to Stay - Jobs Report Might Help Market Admit It

Wall Street took a hit as a strong ADP employment report reinforced hawkish rhetoric out of the Federal Reserve. Here’s how the jobs report could further stoke volatility.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 live: Blue-chip index tumbles 2% to lowest close of year, City sees 6.5% rates

The FTSE 100 fell even further today after reaching its lowest end-of-day figure of the year on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian markets extend losses after Wall Street drifts lower

Shares are mostly lower in Asia after Wall Street drifted downward following a rally that had sent it roaring 16% higher for the year so far

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Should You Put Your Money Into Bank of America (BAC) Stock This Week?

After months of turmoil, the U.S. banking sector is showing some signs of stability. Bank of America (BAC), the second-largest U.S. bank by assets, is stuck with more than $100 billion in paper losses at the end of the first quarter. However, the bank has substantial cash reserves to handle…

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Stocks Set to Open Mixed as Investors Await FOMC Minutes, U.S. Payrolls Data

September S&P 500 futures (ESU23) are down -0.08%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU23) are up +0.01% this morning at the start of a holiday-shortened week, with market participants looking ahead to the release of the minutes of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting as well as Friday’s nonfarm…

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await FOMC Minutes, U.S. Payrolls Data

September S&P 500 futures (ESU23) are up +0.03%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU23) are up +0.26% this morning at the start of a holiday-shortened week, with market participants looking ahead to the release of the minutes of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting as well as Friday’s nonfarm…

Zenger

Over Half A Trillion Dollars Could Exit US Banking System In ‘Severely Adverse’ Scenario, Fed Warns

‌The latest stress test report finds 23 of the largest US banks can absorb more than $540 billion in losses and continue lending

Newsroom.co.nz

The dramatic resurgence of Bitcoin is the biggest surprise of the year

Business & investing: There's a mixed scorecard for the markets at the halfway point of the year, but the world’s most popular cryptocurrency is powering higher thanks to renewed interest by some of the world’s largest investment funds. Andrew Patterson reports.

WEKU

What recession? Why stocks are surging despite warnings of doom and gloom

Halfway through the year, hopes about AI and a sturdier-than-expected economy are leading to a big rally in stock markets — but a lot of uncertainty still lies ahead.

Bangkok Post

Shares rise on hopes for stimulus in China

RECAP: Asian stocks inched higher yesterday as weak manufacturing data from China stoked expectations of fresh stimulus, even as strong US data bolstered the view that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer.

Tribune News Service

US inflation cools, spending stagnates as economy loses steam

The Federal Reserve’s preferred measures of U.S. inflation cooled in May and consumer spending stagnated, suggesting the economy’s main engine is starting to lose some momentum.

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