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US jobless claims tick up to 211000 but labor market stays steady

US jobless claims tick up to 211000 but labor market stays steady

US initial jobless claims rose moderately to 211,000 last week, signaling no major shift. The labor market remains stable as the unemployment rate held at 4.3%. Inflation pressures are still building: producer prices recorded their biggest jump in four years, but nonfarm payrolls continued strong gains.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Dollar Surges as Trump Labels Iran Peace Offer Unacceptable and Markets Chase Safe Havens

Dollar Surges as Trump Labels Iran Peace Offer Unacceptable and Markets Chase Safe Havens

The dollar climbed against major currencies early Monday as strong US jobs data and renewed Iran US tensions increased demand for safe-haven assets. Oil prices also rose amid the geopolitical backdrop. Meanwhile, China’s export growth accelerated in April, adding complexity to global trade signals. Trump and Xi are expected to discuss key issues later this week, adding further market uncertainty.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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US jobs beat forecasts again as Germany output slips and Australia hikes rates

US jobs beat forecasts again as Germany output slips and Australia hikes rates

US employers added more jobs than expected for a second month, strengthening the case for resilient hiring. But the broader picture is uneven: Germany’s industrial output fell again, while Australia’s central bank raised interest rates for a third straight meeting. Together, the updates underscore how global growth is diverging by country even as markets watch a unified trend.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Strong US jobs data derails hopes for rate cuts and complicates Kevin Warsh path

Strong US jobs data derails hopes for rate cuts and complicates Kevin Warsh path

April’s strong U.S. hiring data has cut the odds of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year, reinforcing officials’ concerns that inflation pressures remain sticky. With the job market staying resilient and energy prices moving higher, policymakers may be forced to hold rates longer—an outcome that could undermine the policy agenda of prospective Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
US job growth beats forecasts as unemployment stays at 4.3% despite Iran war shock

US job growth beats forecasts as unemployment stays at 4.3% despite Iran war shock

US employers added 115,000 jobs in April, topping expectations even as the Iran war disrupted oil supplies and pushed gas prices higher. The unemployment rate held steady at a low 4.3%, signaling resilience for now. Still, economists caution the conflict’s economic effects could take longer to show up in hiring and the broader labor market.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026
US hiring surprises again as 115000 jobs added in April despite Iran war shock

US hiring surprises again as 115000 jobs added in April despite Iran war shock

US employers kept surprising the market in April, adding 115,000 jobs even as uncertainty from the Iran war weighed on global sentiment. Alongside the steady hiring, average hourly earnings rose 0.2% from March and 3.6% year over year, aligning with the Federal Reserve’s push toward a 2% inflation target.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Indian firms pour 16.4 billion into US creating 70800 jobs and funding R and D

Indian firms pour 16.4 billion into US creating 70800 jobs and funding R and D

Indian companies have invested USD 16.4 billion in the United States, helping create about 70,800 jobs, according to officials. The firms also put USD 330 million toward research and development, backing innovation alongside community growth across multiple states. The inflow is being framed as a boost to the US economy, with companies like Sun Pharmaceutical recently announcing major deals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Microsoft launches first voluntary retirement plan open to 7% of US staff using an age and service formula

Microsoft launches first voluntary retirement plan open to 7% of US staff using an age and service formula

Microsoft has announced its first-ever voluntary retirement program, targeting about 7% of its US workforce. To be eligible, employees must be at or below the senior director level and meet a specific rule: their age plus years of service must total 70. Microsoft says the plan is capped and only certain roles qualify, making the math a key hurdle.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
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