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In a recent update, the number of Americans filing for new unemployment benefits rose by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 232,000 for the week ending August 17, according to the Labor Department. This uptick, while slightly above economists’ expectations of 230,000, indicates a gradual cooling of the labor market rather than a dramatic downturn. Despite the slight increase in jobless claims, the US labor market continues to demonstrate resilience. Layoffs remain at historically low levels, and while hiring has slowed, the overall demand for labor persists. This stability, buoyed by an increase i...
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The US economy’s strength has been a topic of heated debate, especially as the country approaches the next presidential election. In a surprising development, the US Labor Department announced that the number of jobs added over the past year was significantly lower than initially reported. The latest data revealed that employers added about 818,000 fewer jobs than previously estimated, marking a 30% reduction in job creation figures. This substantial revision, the largest since 2009, has led to concerns about the true state of the US labour market and its potential impact on future economic po...
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Die Märkte im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum eröffneten am Donnerstag überwiegend im Plus, wobei die Anleger im weiteren Handelsverlauf auf wichtige Daten zur Konjunkturaktivität aus Australien, Japan und Indien warteten. Die jüngste Entscheidung der koreanischen Notenbank, ihren Leitzins bei 3,5 Prozent zu belassen, entsprach den Erwartungen, auch wenn die Marktteilnehmer in künftigen Mitteilungen aufmerksam auf Hinweise auf mögliche Anpassungen ihrer Politik achten. Die Bank von Korea beschloss, ihren Leitzins bei 3,5 Prozent zu belassen – ein Schritt, der von Marktbeobachtern erwartet wurde. Hä...
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Federal Reserve officials are edging closer to a long-awaited interest rate cut, with the latest minutes from their July meeting signaling that a reduction in September has become increasingly probable. The July 30-31 meeting revealed a consensus among Fed officials that, provided economic data continues on its current trajectory, easing policy at the next meeting would be appropriate. ‘Vast majority’ of participants anticipate a rate cutThe minutes, released on Wednesday, highlighted that “the vast majority” of participants believed it would be suitable to lower the federal funds rate at the ...
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Ondo Finance (ONDO), a prominent player in the real-world asset (RWA) digitization sector, is currently navigating turbulent waters as enthusiasm around RWA projects wanes. According to a recent analysis by Kaiko Research, which specializes in crypto market data, Ondo Finance is showing signs of declining momentum. This slowdown is attributed to a broader trend affecting similar RWA initiatives and could be exacerbated by anticipated shifts in US monetary policy. The waning enthusiasm for RWAsThe initial surge in interest for RWA projects, including Ondo Finance, was driven by the promise of b...
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Investors are gearing up for significant opportunities in the housing sector with expectations that the US Federal Reserve will announce its first rate cut in September. Jay McCanless, an analyst at Wedbush, advises increasing exposure to housing stocks as lower mortgage rates typically enhance home affordability and stimulate housing demand. Among the stocks, McCanless highlights are Builders FirstSource Inc (BLDR) and Cavco Industries Inc (CVCO), both of which are well-positioned to benefit from this anticipated shift in monetary policy. Why Builders FirstSource is a strong investmentBuilder...
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The Ibovespa, Brazil’s benchmark stock index, surged to a new record high on Monday, trading near 134,780. This significant rise was driven by growing optimism surrounding potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, alongside key economic data releases. As investors navigated a mix of global and domestic influences, the Brazilian stock market displayed remarkable resilience and momentum. Optimism over rate cuts fuels market rallyThe Ibovespa’s early surge reflected the market’s positive sentiment, largely fueled by expectations of upcoming interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. ...
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Gold prices edged lower on Monday, stabilising just above the $2,500 mark following a record-breaking rally. The precious metal, which has seen a remarkable 20% rise this year, experienced a slight pullback as traders took profits after last week’s surge to an all-time high. The spot price of gold dropped by 0.2%, settling at $2,502.78 per ounce as of 0317 GMT. In contrast, US gold futures managed a modest 0.2% increase, reaching $2,541.80 per ounce. The recent surge in gold prices was largely driven by expectations of an imminent interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. The anticipation o...
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Die Silberpreise blieben am Freitag relativ niedrig und steuerten auf einen weiteren deutlichen wöchentlichen Rückgang zu. Die Anleger beobachten die Konjunkturindikatoren aufmerksam, um Erkenntnisse über mögliche US-Zinssenkungen im September zu gewinnen, und behalten gleichzeitig die Inflationsdaten der nächsten Woche im Auge. Trotz jüngster Rückschläge zeigte sich Silber einigermaßen widerstandsfähig und hielt seinen Support oberhalb seines 200-Tage-Durchschnitts, obwohl die Händler hinsichtlich einer möglichen weiteren Abwärtsbewegung vorsichtig bleiben. Handelsspanne für Silber: Navigiere...
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Silver prices remained relatively subdued on Friday, heading for yet another significant weekly decline. Investors are closely watching economic indicators to gain insights into potential US interest rate cuts in September, while also keeping an eye on next week’s inflation data. Despite recent setbacks, silver has shown some resilience by maintaining support above its 200-day moving average, although traders remain cautious about the potential for further downside movement. Silver’s trading range: Navigating key support and resistance levelsLast week’s trading activity in silver (XAG/USD) has...
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