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U. S. economy adds 172, 000 jobs in May, unemployment steady at 4. 3%
1+ day, 22+ min ago (36+ words) The U. S. economy added 172, 000 jobs in May despite a growing energy and inflation crisis triggered by the ongoing war in Iran. Editor-in-Chief at Investopedia, Caleb Silver, breaks down the latest eco. .....
Social Security 2027 Update: Checks Could Rise by $81 a Month as New COLA Forecast Surges to 3. 9% " Here's How Much Retirees Could Get
39+ min ago (389+ words) Social Security 2027 Latest News: Millions of Americans relying on Social Security could be in line for a bigger paycheck next year and the latest projection shows that the COLA increase for 2027 could stand at 3. 9%, which would result in the largest…...
Treasuries tumble as traders price in Fed rate hike after strong jobs data
39+ min ago (385+ words) May payrolls crushed expectations at 172, 000 new jobs, sending the 2-year yield surging 13 basis points and forcing markets to confront a reality nobody wanted: higher rates aren't going anywhere. The US economy added 172, 000 jobs in May, roughly double what economists expected....
The Case For A Smaller, Humbler Federal Reserve
21+ hour, 4+ min ago (582+ words) For two decades, the Federal Reserve has behaved less like a central bank and more like the nation's emergency room physician, trauma counselor and part-time life coach. Markets sneeze, the Fed reaches for liquidity. Congress overspends, the Fed absorbs the…...
How Scott Bessent is confronting an economy based on policies that failed to serve America's interests * World Net Daily * by James Thorne, Real Clear Wire
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NZX50 wavers as Iran deal remains elusive
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (841+ words) Fletcher gains amid unexpected jump in building consents. New Zealand's S&P/NZX 50 index was one of the laggards across Asia as the local market declined amid the protracted conflict in the Middle East and elevated oil prices, with the…...
Australia refines its defense strategy and investment plan
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (476+ words) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand " Australia issued updates for two pivotal planning documents this week " its National Defence Strategy 2026 and Integrated Investment Program 2026 " while simultaneously promising a boost in defense spending. Defence Minister Richard Marles pledged defense accounts would receive an additional…...
Bitcoin and the Fed Chair Curse: Will the Warsh Transition Break the Pattern?
55+ min ago (426+ words) Bitcoin is hovering near $63, 000 as the Federal Reserve prepares for a leadership change in May 2026. Jerome Powell will hand over the chair to Kevin Warsh amid subdued crypto markets. Equities continue hitting all-time highs, yet Bitcoin remains roughly 50% below its…...
RDCO corrects record as battle looms over control of economic development
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (483+ words) The Regional District of Central Okanagan is fighting back against what it says was misinformation presented to Kelowna city council by members of a city-led task force on economic prosperity. At that meeting, the task force brought forth two recommendations,…...
Deregulating In A Financial Boom: Why Governor Barr Is Right
51+ min ago (179+ words) The evidence is clear, the history is unambiguous, and the current risk makes this the worst possible moment to reduce the resilience of the banking system. Governor Barr is right: when the bill comes due, we will all pay the…...