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Continuing Claims Brutal Rise Continues

Initial jobless claims experienced a 22k drop last week, the largest one-week decline since june 24th. Seasonally-adjusted continuing claims have continued their rapid rise, with a week-over-week increase in nine of the last ten weeks. Initial claims experienced an unusually large drop back below 200k, the first sub-200k since october.

What Will Powell Say?

The dollar is trading softer today, with the scandis and dollar-bloc currencies leading with gains. Hong kong and south korea saw equity losses, while europe's stoxx 600 is up for the third straight gain. Caixin manufacturing unexpectedly rose to 50.7 in november. Market participants will be focused on fed chair powell's comments and stance on rate cuts.

Macro: Incomes And Consumption Expenditures - A Good Report - Be Careful What You Wish For

This was a very positive report. The consumer is showing no signs of pulling back or needing to pull back in the near term. Incomes are growing at a rate greater than inflation and even greater than the current fed target rate. While strong wage growth is positive for continued consumption strength, it means higher costs for employers.

The Weakening U.S. Consumer

The us consumer has been weakening in the face of social and economic pressures. Easy money policies and fiscal stimulus have temporarily boosted consumer spending. But with inflation's resurgence, these measures are no longer sustainable. The us may experience a japanification scenario where the government artificially supports the consumer to prevent a recession.

Will The Holiday Shopping Season Give A Boost To Retail Stocks?

Home market outlook economy analysis will the holiday shopping season give a boost to retail stocks? moneytalk's greg bonnell discusses with chris graja, senior analyst, retail with argus research. Will shoppers keep spending even with inflation high? what to expect this holiday shopping season.

Why Should Investors Stay Invested During Market Volatility?

One of the bitter truths of investing is that stocks and bonds don’t always go up. When facing bouts of market volatility, it is important to focus on your longer-term investing goals. The best course during market selloffs is to do nothing, says daniel prince, cfa.

Beneath The Skin Of The PCE Price Index: Inflation In Services

Pce price index released today: gasoline and other energy products plunged, durable goods fell. Inflation still hot in services: housing, insurance, healthcare, transportation. Food inflation simmers. Core pce price index decelerated to 3.5% in october from september.

Attractive Income Opportunities For Uncertain Markets

Interest-rate hikes in the united states are on pause but may remain higher for longer. There is renewed investor interest in fixed income as yields have risen. Ed perks, cio of franklin income investors sees opportunities for income in a pause in rate hikes. Olivier le moal shares his views on the global financial crisis.