Unpacking Job Growth: June’s Unexpected Gains The 147,000 jobs added in June mask an uneven landscape, with the bulk of growth concentrated in health care (+58,600), leisure and hospitality (+20,000), and what appears to be an artificial surge of +80,000 in state and local government jobs. Excluding these public sector gains, private businesses generated just […]
Category Archives: Markets
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Jul
Jul
Tesla’s turbulent journey takes an unexpected turn as you witness Elon Musk’s continued political engagement despite its impact on the company’s performance. Your understanding of the situation becomes clearer as Tesla faces a 13% decline in sales while its CEO remains entangled in political disputes. As you follow the developments, it’s evident that Musk’s recent […]
02
Jul
Jul
You need to understand the growing tension between the US and Japan as trade talks face significant hurdles. President Trump has expressed doubt about reaching a deal, accusing Japan of being “spoiled” by decades of unfair trade practices and threatening to impose tariffs as high as 30-35% on Japanese goods, including cars and rice. While […]
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Jul
Jul
Record-Breaking Philanthropy: Buffett’s Latest Donation Warren Buffett’s $6 billion gift in Berkshire Hathaway shares marks his largest single-year donation since he began giving away his fortune nearly two decades ago. By transferring about 12.36 million Class B shares, he has pushed his total charitable contributions to over $60 billion. The bulk of this latest gift—9.43 […]
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Jul
Jul
It’s clear that Elon Musk has not shied away from re-entering the political arena with his strongest warning yet. As you follow the latest developments, you will see Musk openly challenging Congress over massive government spending and threatening to back primary challengers against officials supporting the debt increase. This move signals a potentially major shift […]
Companies, Markets
Compass sues Zillow as fight over privately marketed listings heats up | Business
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Jun
Jun
Compass has escalated its ongoing dispute with Zillow by filing a lawsuit over the new Zillow rule requiring all publicly marketed home listings to appear on its platform within one day. This policy, which you should know about if you’re involved in real estate, threatens to reshape how listings are shared online and impacts Compass’s […]
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May
May
Most investors like you are closely watching Bitcoin as it recently hit a record high after significant crypto legislation passed in the US. This victory has sparked renewed confidence in the market, signaling increased regulatory clarity and stability. If you’re involved in cryptocurrency, understanding how this legislation impacts Bitcoin’s value and the broader market is […]
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May
May
As you consider the recent developments in the US-China trade war, you’ll notice that tariffs have been slashed from suffocatingly high levels, potentially avoiding a self-inflicted recession. You should be aware that while this breakthrough is a positive step, recession risks remain and uncertainty is still high, making it important to stay informed about the […]
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May
May
As you await the latest trade news, you should know that President Trump is set to announce a major trade deal with the UK, which could bring relief from historically high tariffs that have threatened the US and global economies. You will want to watch for details on how this deal may exempt the US […]
07
May
May
Just when you think the political and economic landscape can’t get more unpredictable, the drama continues with big promises and vague announcements from the Trump administration. You’re faced with uncertainty about trade deals, rising tariffs, and potential shortages, yet the spectacle goes on. While you watch, it’s important to understand that behind the scenes, decisions […]