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  • Fed Cuts Rates as Focus Shifts to Labor Market Risks

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    Key Takeaways Fed lowers rates by 0.25 percentage points: The benchmark federal funds rate is now set at 4.75%-5.00%, marking the first reduction since the pandemic crisis. Labor market flagged as key risk: Fed Chair Jerome Powell identified cooling employment…

  • Federal Reserve Cuts Rates by 25bps, Signals Slower Easing Ahead

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    Key Takeaways Fed implements 25bps rate cut: The Federal Reserve reduced its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, reflecting a measured response to current economic conditions. Signals slower pace of future cuts: Policymakers signaled a more cautious approach to future…

  • Fed Lowers Rates by 0.25%, Maintains Cautious Stance on Inflation

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    Key Takeaways Fed cuts rates by 0.25%: The central bank reduces the federal funds rate to support economic growth. Inflation remains a key concern: Policymakers highlight continued risks from elevated price pressures. Cautious path forward: The Fed signals no rush…

  • US 10-Year Treasury Auction Faces High Yields, Market Caution

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    Key Takeaways US 10-Year Auction Yields Climb: The 10-year note was sold at a yield of 4.289%, one of the highest levels this year. This reflects investor demand for greater compensation amid ongoing uncertainty. Demand Metrics Reveal Caution: The bid-to-cover…

  • US Dollar Index Swings as Traders Await Key Economic Reports

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    Key Takeaways The US Dollar Index has fluctuated sharply as traders adjusted positions, reflecting uncertainty over monetary policy direction. Upcoming US inflation and jobs reports are central to guiding market expectations and dollar strength. Shifting expectations around Federal Reserve interest…

  • Fed Hints at Rate Hike Pause as Job Growth Slows

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    Key Takeaways Fed signals possible pause: The Federal Reserve suggests a halt to rate increases amid softer job market data. Job growth slows: The latest government report indicates a notable deceleration in U.S. employment gains. Inflation still elevated: Central bankers…

  • US Stocks Hit New Highs as Russell 2000 Climbs Before Fed Decision

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    Key Takeaways Russell 2000 outperforms: The small-cap index climbed over 1.5%, outpacing major benchmarks and signaling renewed appetite for riskier assets. S&P 500 and Nasdaq set new records: Both indices closed at all-time highs, reflecting continued investor optimism in large-cap…

  • Softer ADP Jobs Data Lifts U.S. Stocks on Fed Rate Cut Hopes

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    Key Takeaways ADP jobs report shows weaker growth: Private-sector payrolls rose by 152,000 in May, missing estimates and signaling a cooling labor market. Market reacts with optimism: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher, led by tech and rate-sensitive sectors,…

  • Euro Slides to 1.16 Against Dollar on Conflicting Economic Data

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    Key Takeaways Euro hits 1.16 low: The euro fell sharply to 1.16 against the U.S. dollar, reaching its lowest level in several months. Conflicting economic signals: Mixed eurozone and U.S. data fueled uncertainty about growth and inflation prospects on both…

  • US Stocks Rise as Weak Consumer Data Fuels Rate Cut Hopes

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    Key Takeaways Major indexes advance: The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq closed in positive territory as market optimism returned. Weak consumer data: Retail sales and consumer spending figures fell below analyst expectations, indicating a possible cooling in US economic…