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US hiring falls to just 57,000 in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoilUS employers significantly slowed hiring last month, adding just 57,000 jobs, a stark contrast to previous months. This cautious approach s...
Southwest monsoon reaches Delhi five days behind scheduleDelhi finally welcomed the Southwest Monsoon on Thursday, five days past its usual arrival. This marks the first July monsoon since 2021, w...
China’s factories cap best quarter since 2020, survey showsThis "two-speed" activity sees booming tech sectors contrasting with traditional exporters struggling due to weakening global demand. The p...
Global Market: M&A hits record $2.8 trillion in H1 2026 as mega-deals dominate activityGlobal M&A activity hit a record Rs 2.8 trillion in the first half of 2026, driven by a surge in mega-deals above $10 billion. Supportive f...
Gold extends gains on weak jobs data, lower oil pricesGold prices climbed on Thursday, reaching a one-week high, buoyed by weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data and a dip in oil prices. Investors...
Psychologists say one belief separates workers who bounce back after layoffs from those who struggleLosing a job can take a toll on both finances and mental health, but psychologists say one belief can make recovery easier: confidence in y...
Japanese bond yields rise on yen weakness, fiscal worriesJapanese government bond yields climbed Wednesday, with longer-term rates nearing a month's peak. A weakening yen and concerns over governm...
S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq close the first half of 2026 higher as chip stocks lead Wall Street: Here's why the US stock market ended June strongS&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq today June 30: US markets concluded the first half of 2026 on a high note, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and N...
US consumer confidence edges up in June; labor market perceptions deteriorateUS consumer confidence saw a slight uptick in June, buoyed by falling gasoline prices following a Middle East truce. However, this optimism...
US job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in MayDespite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in Ma...
Weak hiring is hurting young workers more than AI, study saysA new Federal Reserve study reveals that a scarcity of job openings, not a lack of AI skills, is the primary driver of unemployment among y...
Yen hits 40-year low as clock ticks on interventionThe Japanese yen hit a 40-year low against the dollar, sparking speculation of government intervention. Despite past efforts, the yen conti...
Million-plus cities lead in job quality, earnings: NSOIn India’s bustling metropolitan areas, workers are now enjoying improved job opportunities, particularly in regular salaried positions, al...
What is behind South Africa's anti-immigrant protests?South Africa faces escalating anti-immigrant sentiment, with protesters demanding undocumented foreigners leave. Despite claims of being ov...
Global Market: US weekly jobless claims drop more than expectedUS unemployment claims saw a sharper-than-expected drop last week, signaling continued labor market strength. Despite this positive sign, a...
Crude shipments through Hormuz at highest since war amid concerns over Iran exit demandsCrude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have surged following a ceasefire deal, reaching their highest levels since the conflict began...
US Stock Market: Retail investor rush sends Wendy's stock soaring on heavy trading volumeWendy's shares experienced a dramatic surge, climbing nearly 29% as retail investors flocked to the struggling fast-food chain. This rally,...
Foreign inflows in Asian bonds surge to three-month high in MayIn May, Asian bonds observed a significant surge in foreign investments, marking the highest inflows in three months. This trend was fueled...
Monday ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz highest since start of war: monitorA record 36 commodity carriers navigated the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, a significant uptick following a US-Iran memorandum to end the Mid...
US weekly jobless claims fall amid low layoffsInitial claims for state unemployment benefits dropped 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 226,000 for the week ended June 13, the Labor Departm...