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U.S. Unemployment Claims Drop to Lowest Level in Months

Discover how the US labor market remains resilient, with jobless claims reaching a three-month low despite elevated interest rates and inflation concerns.

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US inflation ticked up to 3.4% in December as policymakers mull rate cuts

Consumer price index exceeds economists’ expectations as Fed weighs when to start cutting borrowing costs

The Guardian - US

US applications for jobless benefits fall to lowest level in 3 months

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits inched down to its lowest level in three months last week as the U.S. labor market continues to flex its muscle in spite of elevated interest rates

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Rural hospitals are caught in an aging-infrastructure conundrum

Small, community hospitals face challenges in paying for the capital improvement projects they need to stay open.

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Bank of England may cut interest rate sooner after surprise inflation forecast

Forecasters at three leading institutions suggest inflation rate will halve to 2% by April

The Guardian - UK

Asian Markets Track Wall St Gains Ahead Of Key Inflation Data

Asian markets rose Thursday as investors gear up for the release of major US inflation data that could have a huge bearing on the Federal Reserve's timetable for cutting interest rates.

International Business Times

Grain Prices: Are the Lows in for the Corn, Wheat, and Soybean Markets?

Earlier this morning, I spoke about the corn, wheat, and soybean markets in my interview with Michelle Rook of AgWeb's Markets Now. We also discussed the cattle market, the uptrend in the stock market, and where interest rates are headed.

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Investor spend on central London offices plunges amid high interest rates and "evolving" workspace use

Provisional data estimates purchases of City and West End offices totalled £6.9 billion in 2023

Evening Standard

2023 was a worse year for corporate bankruptcies than 2020—and the highest since the GFC—after a stunning 72% surge, S&P Global finds

Dorsey & Whitney lawyer Joseph Acosta thinks: “We have not remotely finished seeing the wake of the pandemic and its effects on major industries.”

Fortune

Earn 5.50% APY on Your Savings in 2024 With This High-Yield Account

This high-yield account offers 5.50% on your savings in 2024, with no additional fees.

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Global economy will slow for a third straight year in 2024, World Bank predicts

Hobbled by high interest rates, persistent inflation, slumping trade and a diminished China, the global economy will slow for a third consecutive year in 2024

The Independent UK

US Trade Deficit Narrows Unexpectedly In November

The US trade gap narrowed in November as imports and exports both fell while higher interest rates bite, the government reported Tuesday.

International Business Times

The brutal 2023 housing market was just like the 1980s—except with a little bit of Global Financial Crisis thrown in

Millennials face a housing market a lot like their parents experienced—with a dash of their early adulthood added, for good measure.

Fortune

Will Central Banks Cut Interest Rates This Year?

Market expectations have increased for global central banks to ease their aggressive monetary tightening campaigns and begin cutting interest rates this year. With inflation pressures expected to continue receding, the Federal Reserve, European Central Bank (ECB), and Bank of England (BOE) are expected to lead the push to lower interest...

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Stocks Mostly Higher on Strength in Tech and a Decline in Bond Yields

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.51%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.17%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.20%. Stocks this morning are mixed, with the Dow Jones...

International Business Times

Stock Markets Drop As Early US Rate Cut Chances Recede

Stock markets retreated Monday, extending a weak start to the year, after a forecast-busting US jobs report further dampened hopes of an early cut to interest rates in the world's biggest economy.

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian stocks decline after Wall Street logs its worst week in the last 10

Major Asian equity markets were trading lower after Wall Street logged its worst week in the past 10 on Friday

Newcastle Herald

Buy? Sell? What six property experts say will happen in Newcastle in 2024

Property experts share their thoughts about the year ahead.

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Mortgage price falls: how first-time buyers and re-mortgagers can take advantage of lower rates

With house prices bottoming out and banks competing for fixed-rate mortgages, now could be the time to get on the property ladder or secure a better deal on your existing loan.

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Dollar Finishes Slightly Higher as Bond Yields Climb on Strong U.S. Payrolls

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday increased slightly by +0.03%. The dollar Friday was whipsawed in volatile trade. The dollar climbed to a 3-week high Friday morning after the stronger-than-expected U.S. Dec payrolls report dampened expectations that the Fed would soon cut interest rates. However, the dollar gave up...

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U.S. unemployment has been under 4% for the longest streak since the Vietnam War

U.S. employers added 216,000 jobs in December, as the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%. The labor market proved resilient in 2023, despite rising interest rates.

The Guardian - US

US adds 216,000 jobs in December as stronger than expected rise caps robust year

While growth has slowed, the labor force defied fears of a downturn amid highest inflation levels in a generation

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3 Foreign Bank Stocks Set to Soar in 2024

U.S. banks are anticipated to face pressure due to prolonged high interest rates, elevated deposit costs, diminished credit demand, and stringent lending standards. Therefore, it could be wise to look beyond borders and buy fundamentally strong foreign bank stocks Woori Financial Group (WF), Intesa Sanpaolo (ISNPY), and Shinhan Financial Group…

The Guardian - UK

Eurozone inflation rises to 2.9% after increase in energy costs

December data comes amid speculation over when European Central Bank will cut interest rates

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Discover the Power of These 2 Bond ETFs for a Prosperous 2024

The Fed sees interest rates staying high for some time with cuts eyed in 2024, though the path is highly uncertain. Amid this, let’s explore the power of these best bond ETFs, Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) and iShares Core 5-10 Year USD Bond ETF (IMTB), for immediate diversification…

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