Is the US jobs market still looking solid?
Last week the Federal Reserve described the US labour market as “solid” and noted that the unemployment rate had stabilised. This week’s monthly jobs report on Friday will put that view to the test.
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Unemployment rises in December
Unemployment also rose from 2.3% to 3.2% in Jackson County and from 3% to 4.6% in Jennings County over the same period.
US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, sees inflation as 'elevated'
The Fed reduced its rate last year to 4.3% from 5.3%, in part out of concern that the job market was weakening. Hiring had ...
Whatcom County’s jobless rate rose slightly in December but was better than previous year
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Fed pauses interest rate cuts as inflation, Trump's plans create uncertainty
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged as officials grappled with uncertainty caused by inflation and ...
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as inflation remains above 2%
The Federal Reserve opted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged in its first policy meeting since President Trump's ...