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July Jobs Report Renews Rate-Cut Hopes: What the Experts Are Saying

The July jobs report shows weakening in the labor market and lifts expectations for a September rate cut.

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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…

The Conversation

US Job Growth Weaker Than Expected In July As Unemployment Rises

US job growth missed expectations in July, government data showed Friday, while revisions to hiring figures in recent months brought them to the weakest levels since the Covid-19 pandemic.

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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

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.

Benzinga

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%.

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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.

Fortune

Stock Index Futures Plunge on Trump’s Tariffs & A Weak US Jobs Report

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are down -0.93%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are down -1.03% this morning as U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping import tariffs fueled concerns about the outlook for economic growth.

Barchart

Stock Market Today: Futures Drop On 'Aug 1' Tariff Deadline Fears, Chevron, Exxon, Apple, Amazon In Focus

U.S. stock futures fell sharply on Friday after ending lower on Thursday. Futures of major benchmark indices were down.

Benzinga

3 Volatility Predictions for Apple, Amazon and Other Mega Stocks for the Rest of 2025

What’s ahead for Apple, Amazon and other mega stocks? Explore 3 expert volatility predictions shaping the rest of 2025’s market landscape.

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Stocks Struggle As Trump Unveils New Tariff Sweep Offsets Earnings

Asian markets mostly fell Friday as Donald Trump announced tariffs on dozens of trading partners ahead of a self-imposed deadline, offsetting strong earnings from tech giants.

International Business Times

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Slide As Hotter-Than-Expected Inflation Dims Rate Cut Hopes: Analyst Sees ETH Dip After $4,000 Peak

Leading cryptocurrencies fell alongside stocks on Thursday as a jump in consumer prices dampened hopes of interest rate cuts.

Benzinga

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.

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Stocks Erase Early Gains as Chip Makers and Big Pharma Retreat

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed down -0.37%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.74%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.55%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) fell -0.43%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25...

Benzinga

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Struggle As Post-FOMC Blues Hits Markets

Cryptocurrency markets are down after Bitcoin failed to consolidate above the $119,00 mark.

Barchart

Reduced Fed Rate Cut Expectations Bolster the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.14% and posted a fresh 2-month high. The dollar found support from Thursday’s US economic news that showed a resilient labor market with sticky price pressures and labor costs, which are hawkish for Fed policy. The dollar also has carryover support...

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

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Bitcoin Consolidates After FOMC Meeting: What Does Powell's Decision Mean For ETH, XRP, Dogecoin?

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) continues to consolidate its dominance at the end of the month, but analysts say altcoins may seem more upside soon.

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.

Barchart

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Set Fresh Record Highs on Strong Tech Earnings

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.57%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.13%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.48%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are up +0.50%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Benzinga

Alpha Buying: Two Quiet Buys Could Be the Loudest Market Signal Yet

Insider buying has been remarkably scarce in recent months. Top executives across corporate America appear hesitant to commit their own capital in the open market. This reluctance can be attributed to a mix of uncertainty around fiscal policy, questions about the Federal Reserve's next steps on interest rates, and persistent…

GOBankingRates

JP Morgan CEO Says U.S. Economy Still Strong Despite Challenges — Is He Right?

JPMorgan’s CEO says the U.S. economy is still strong—despite inflation and global risks. Is he right, or is trouble ahead for American markets?

Barchart

Dollar Gains as US Economic Strength Dampens Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.23% and posted a fresh 2-month high. The dollar is supported by today's US economic news that shows a resilient labor market with sticky price pressures and labor costs, which are hawkish for Fed policy. The dollar also has carryover support...

Benzinga

OpenAI CEO Warns Bankers Of A New Rise In Voice Fraud

The financial industry just got a wake-up call from one of tech's top minds. At a Federal Reserve conference in Washington last week, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman issued a blunt warning: Artificial intelligence has made it dangerously easy to impersonate someone's voice, putting billions of dollars and consumer trust at risk.

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