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US data shows job openings rise, hiring slows, inflation persists
23 hours ago · The news: US job openings surged to 8.1 million in November 2024, the highest since May 2023 and higher than the 7.7 million expected by economists polled by Reuters. …
Reporter's view: Economists mixed on inflation data
15 hours ago · The news: The monthly CPI indicator increased 2.3% in the year to November, up from 2.1% in the year to October. This was slightly above average forecasts of 2.2% to 2.3%. …
US Fed officials stress inflation fight not over — Capital Brief
2 days ago · The news: Federal Reserve officials warned the fight against inflation is still with us, while also stressing their need to protect job market stability. The context: Ahead of the first full …
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5 days ago · Business news including Uranium and gold rallies help ASX end higher, ANU chancellor Julie Bishop faces 'likely' no confidence vote as union ramps up criticism, …
US inflation rises to 2.7% in November, Fed cut still likely
Dec 11, 2024 · The news: US inflation rose to 2.7% in November, up from 2.6% in October, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The numbers: Monthly CPI increased by 0.3%, …
US inflation ticks up, Fed cut in focus — Capital Brief
Dec 11, 2024 · 1. CPI path: US inflation rose to 2.7% in November from 2.6% in October, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as monthly CPI increased by 0.3%, matching …
Economy — Capital Brief
6 days ago · Economy news including Rate cuts are front of mind for economists. Here's what they expect., US Fed officials stress inflation fight not over, New inflation and retail data to hold …
US Fed cuts rates for third time — Capital Brief
Dec 18, 2024 · Plus: Australia to reopen embassy in Ukraine; Altman-backed Oklo signs nuclear power deal with data centre operator Switch; US Supreme Court to hear TikTok plea in …
US Fed’s Powell signals gradual cuts to keep economy strong
Sep 30, 2024 · The news: US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signalled the central bank will continue lowering interest rates gradually to support economic growth and employment, …