Jobless claims climb to nine-week high of 221,000 - but there's little sign of worsening labor market
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week rose to a nine-week high of 221,000. but they remained quite low and didn't show any deterioration in the labor market.
Futures Rise; Dollar Extends Fall
Stock futures rose, led by the tech-focused Nasdaq-100, while overseas markets also improved.
What's Wrong With the Economy? It's You, Not the Data
Many Americans believe that the economy and their finances are worse than they really are.
U.S. Refiners Still Have Gas in the Tank
Disruptions in the Red Sea are helping boost refined fuel prices globally, and U.S. refiners have a distinct advantage.
This Small-Cap Stock Index Has Some Jumbo-Size Tenants
The combined market value of Super Micro Computer and MicroStrategy-the two largest stocks in the Russell 2000-has swelled to $87 billion.
It Isn't Just AI: Economic Hype Is Also Infecting Stocks
Despite the focus on technology giants, "cyclical" sectors have staged a less-conspicuous rally and are trading at stretched valuations.
Eurozone Activity Begins to Recover PMIs Show
Activity in the eurozone's private sector returned to growth last month, led by southern European economies while Germany and France continued to lag.
U.K. Businesses See Wage Rises Slowing, Survey Shows
U.K. businesses expect wages to rise at a slower pace over the coming 12 months, a finding that will help reassure policy makers at the Bank of England that inflation has been tamed.
The British Are Coming for Your White-Collar Job
American businesses are sending all types of work across the Atlantic, drawn by depressed U.K. salaries, tax incentives and a weak currency.
Beauty Slowdown Reflects Cracks in Consumer Spending
The entire beauty category is experiencing weaker spending across price points and product segments, says Ulta's CEO.
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