US Producer Price Index predicted to reveal a small decline in August
The US producer price index (PPI) is predicted to remain steady at 3.3% year-on-year in August, similar to the growth seen in July. Many anticipate that the Federal Reserve will lower its policy rates in September, with a growing chance for a 50 basis point cut. August’s PPI is unlikely to significantly affect the US […]
Jim Cramer recommends this stock to purchase following the disappointing August jobs report.
Home Depot’s Potential Growth Amid Market Changes Home Depot is poised to take advantage of current market conditions. On CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street,” Jim Cramer expressed his views, noting that Home Depot products may become costly. His comments came after a disappointing employment report for August and a decline in Treasury yields to their […]
Disappointing August jobs report raises red flags
Happy Friday! Anyone in for a honey deuce? Just wondering if Jesse Pegra would join too. In today’s issue: Weak job report for August White House seeks to lower interest rates Republicans on RFK Jr. watch Trump’s “War Club” announcement NYT reveals details on a 2019 North Korea mission 📰 Morning News Gulp…: The U.S. […]
22,000 jobs added in August, falling far below expectations
In August, the US economy saw an increase of 22,000 jobs, but the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%, according to the latest employment report. This announcement marks the first one since President Trump dismissed the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Economists had predicted that around 75,000 jobs would be added, with […]
Gold Price Outlook: XAU/USD stabilizes near $3,550 as August US NFP data approaches
Gold prices hover around $3,550 as investors wait for significant US NFP data for August. The US dollar is trading lower ahead of critical labor market indicators. Economists are anticipating the addition of 750,000 jobs in the US for August. During the European trading session on Friday, gold prices (XAU/USD) are expected to fluctuate around […]
US NFP expected to increase by 75K in August
Non-farm payrolls are expected to rise by 75,000 in August, slightly above July’s 73,000 increase. Employment figures will be published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics at 12:30 GMT on Friday. These employment figures are crucial for shaping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies and the trajectory of the US dollar. The U.S. Bureau […]
Futures for stocks show little movement before the August jobs report: Live updates
The floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) was bustling with activity on June 11, 2025. On Thursday, stock futures showed minimal movement as traders braced for key non-farm payroll reports. Futures for the Dow Jones industrial average edged up by 4 points (0.01%), while the S&P 500 futures moved up just slightly by […]
How investors are responding to the August jobs report
Market Reactions to Upcoming Employment Report The employment report for August is poised to influence market trends significantly and shape how investors perceive the economy, along with the Federal Reserve’s stance on interest rate adjustments. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones are anticipating a rise in employment by approximately 75,000 positions. Daniel Morris, the chief market […]
The 3 Stocks that Underperformed the Most in the S&P 500 in August 2025
There are worries that tighter privacy regulations may negatively impact some major businesses in the trade desk sector. Super Micro Computer has lowered its 2026 revenue forecast by $7 billion, which caused its stock prices to decline. Gartner announced an increase in total contract value compared to last year, but it fell short of what […]
August job losses reach highest level since the pandemic.
Last month, layoffs jumped almost 40%, with 85,979 positions cut, according to a recent study. A report released on Thursday by the consulting firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas indicated that these job cuts, particularly impacting the drug, finance, and retail sectors this year, are likely connected to some of the policies enacted by Trump since […]