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Bond ETFs Could Catch A Tailwind From Jobs Data

The U.S. job market created only 73,000 jobs in July, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Additionally, downward revisions to May and June resulted in the elimination of a whopping 258,000 jobs. That means the U.S. saw the weakest tri-monthly employment print since the pandemic, according to Bloomberg. That’s…

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Trump calls on Fed board to take control from Powell over interest rates

The US president has hurled insults at Jerome Powell, renewing calls for the Federal Reserve to slash interest rates.

Al Jazeera

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Struggle After Underwhelming Jobs Report: Will A September Rate Cut Save The Bull Run?

The odds of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September surged following a surprisingly weak U.S. jobs report, reigniting bullish sentiment across crypto markets heading into a traditionally volatile trading season.

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Economists Flip To Trump's Side After Jobs Data–And Jerome Powell Is Now In Trouble

Just two days after Fed Chair Jerome Powell refused to pre-commit to a September rate cut, the U.S. labor market did it for him.

Benzinga

Trump steps up attacks on Fed’s independence amid interest rates row

US president called on top Fed officials to seize control from chair Jerome Powell if he fails to cut interest rates

The Guardian - US

Shockingly bad jobs report reveals a monthslong stall and may trigger Fed rate cuts soon. ‘Powell is going to regret holding rates steady’

“September is a lock for a rate cut, and it might even be a 50-basis-point move to make up the lost time.”

Fortune

Dow tumbles more than 500 points as job numbers shock Wall Street and tariff 'panic' sets in

Trump, meanwhile, continues to beat the drum against Fed chair Jerome Powell.

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Trump’s new tariff regime has begun after months of chaos and uncertainty. But is his approach working?

The beginning of August marks the latest deadline for US president Donald Trump’s “liberation day” tariff policy. This era of chaos and uncertainty began on April 2 and the situation remaims fluid. With the deadline for partners to secure a deal with Washington now passed, it’s a good time to…

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Labor Market Is Cracking–And Trump Now Threatens Fed Takeover

The U.S. labor market just offered the first major reality check on President Donald Trump's tariff-driven economic uncertainty—and it's not the message investors or the White House were hoping for.

Benzinga

Trump uses lavish ballroom, pro wrestling legend to move past Epstein saga - Roll Call

President Trump needed an assist this week moving beyond the Epstein scandal. WWE legend Triple H came in to make the save.

Roll Call

US adds just 73,000 jobs in July amid pressure from Trump’s trade war

July jobs growth slowed amid rising signs that Trump’s tariffs are weighing on trade, prices and hiring

The Guardian - US

Trump Demands Fed Board Remove Chair Jerome Powell, But Polymarket Traders Aren't Buying It

Prediction markets show minimal belief that Donald Trump will attempt to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell by the end of August, despite the former president's latest attack on Powell via Truth Social.

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Freddie Mac Says 30-Year Mortgage Slips To 6.72%, But Jerome Powell's Cautious Rate Tone Fuels 'Higher For Longer' Fears, Pressuring Housing Market

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage ticked down to 6.72% this week, returning to its level from three weeks ago and offering only modest relief to buyers squeezed by record prices and high borrowing costs, Freddie Mac said. The 15-year fixed rate also eased to 5.85%.

Benzinga

Jamie Dimon doubles down on backing Powell despite Trump criticism, saying an independent Fed means lower rates

"Independence keeps interest rates lower, if you actually look through the history of interest rates a little bit," Dimon says.

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Peter Schiff Slams Fed's Blind Spot: Jerome Powell 'Looking Through' Soaring Inflation While Policy Remains 'Far Too Loose'

Economist Peter Schiff is criticizing the Federal Reserve for its handling of inflation, arguing that the central bank is underestimating persistent price pressures.

The Independent UK

Jamie Dimon is holding secret meetings with Trump on economy as ice thaws between the two

JPMorgan Chase CEO reportedly used meetings to defend Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

The Independent UK

FTSE 100 closes down after US inflation figures temper tech firms’ results

The index closed down 4.13 points at 9,132.81.

Benzinga

Trump's Inflation Honeymoon Is Over—And Powell's Patience Pays Off

The inflation lull that helped President Donald Trump keep pressure on the Federal Reserve is over as June's data show the tariffs are finally hitting consumer prices—and Fed Chair Jerome Powell was wise to hold his ground.

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'Delusional World:' Analyst Slams Jerome Powell's Inaction As Experts Debate Possibility Of Six Cuts Starting September

While the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady was widely anticipated, a rare dual dissent and nuanced language in the FOMC statement have left experts divided on whether Chair Jerome Powell will hold steady through 2025 or embark on aggressive rate cuts.

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Bitcoin Steadies At $118,000 As Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Push Higher

Cryptocurrency markets are up on Thursday, reversing a short-lived dip following a ‘hawkish’ press conference by Federal Reserve Chair jerome Powell.

Fortune

The Fed’s Powell said ‘downside risks’ six times in his press conference yesterday—is that bad news for tomorrow’s jobs number?

The jobs number (nonfarm payrolls, to give its technical name) is due out tomorrow. Expect stocks to react strongly if it comes in weak.

Benzinga

Odds of 'Zero' Fed Rate Cuts In 2025 Surge To 25% After Jerome Powell's Press Conference: 'Rate Cuts Are Being Priced-Out Of Markets'

The probability that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates unchanged throughout 2025 surged on Wednesday following Chair Jerome Powell's latest remarks, adding fresh uncertainty to the outlook for monetary policy.

Fortune

Powell didn’t just refuse to deliver a rate cut—he also hinted a raise might have been on the cards

Powell put a cat among the pigeons by suggesting he was minded to "look through" tariff-induced inflation by not increasing interest rates.

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Stocks Soar Before the Open on Upbeat Meta and Microsoft Results, U.S. PCE Inflation Data and More Big Tech Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.97%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +1.30% this morning as forecast-beating quarterly results from Meta and Microsoft boosted sentiment.

Benzinga

Trump, Jamie Dimon Reportedly Meet After President's Fed Visit, Ending Years-Long Rift: What Changed?

Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase Co. (NYSE:JPM), has reportedly visited the White House twice in the past two months. This marks a significant shift in the relationship between the head of the largest American bank and President Donald Trump.

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