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US Job Market Sees Sharp Rise in January Cuts, Tech Sector Hit Hardest

The U.S. job market faced a sharp rise in cuts in January, with the tech sector seeing a 128% increase due to AI integration. Despite this, hiring intentions were announced, though...

Economy

BoE Governor Bailey Signals More Rate Cuts Amid Inflation Concerns

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey discusses the potential for further rate cuts amidst inflation concerns, emphasizing a cautious approach to monetary policy adjustments due t...

Economy

Bank of England Backs UK Government's Long-Term Growth Strategies

The Bank of England has expressed its support for the UK government's structural reforms aimed at boosting long-term economic growth. Deputy Governor Clare Lombardelli and Governor...

Economy

Unexpected Rise in US Jobless Claims: A 11,000 Surge to 219,000 Sparks Concern

The US labor market faces unexpected challenges as initial jobless claims rise by 11,000 to 219,000, exceeding analysts' forecasts. The four-week moving average and insured unemplo...

Economy

Unexpected Surge: US Jobless Claims Jump by 11,000 to 219,000

The US Department of Labor reported an unexpected increase in initial jobless claims by 11,000 to 219,000 for the week ending January 31, exceeding analysts' forecasts. The four-we...

Economy

January Sees UK Construction Sector Entering Contraction Zone Amid Economic Uncertainties

The UK construction sector entered contraction in January 2024, with the PMI dropping to 48.1 due to declines in residential work and civil engineering, amidst economic uncertainti...

Economy

Bessent Warns: Largest Tax Hike in US History Looms Without Immediate Legislative Action

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns of the largest tax hike in history if the tax bill isn't passed, emphasizing the need for economic deregulation and lower energy costs to ...

Economy

Federal Reserve's Goolsbee Warns: Ignoring Tariff Impacts Could Lead to Economic Missteps

Federal Reserve's Goolsbee cautions against ignoring the economic impacts of tariffs, highlighting potential inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions, and the challenges...