United States Initial Jobless Claims
In the week ending October 12, 2024, U.S. initial jobless claims dropped by 19,000 to 241,000, marking the largest decrease in three months. This decline came in below market expectations of 260,000 and follows a surge in claims caused by...
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U.S. Retail Sales
In September 2024, U.S. retail sales experienced a 0.4% increase month-over-month, surpassing both the 0.1% gain in August and market expectations of a 0.3% rise. This marks a positive boost in consumer spending, particularly as certain sectors showed stronger-than-expected growth....
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Euro Area Interest Rate
In October 2024, the European Central Bank (ECB) lowered its three key interest rates by 25 basis points, marking the third consecutive reduction this year following similar cuts in September and June. The new rates stand at 3.25% for the...
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Japan Balance of Trade
In September 2024, Japan’s trade balance shifted to a deficit of JPY 294.24 billion, a significant reversal from the JPY 60.56 billion surplus recorded in the same month last year. This marks the third consecutive month of trade deficits, underscoring...
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Canada Manufacturing Sales
In August 2024, Canada’s manufacturing sales declined by 1.3% month-over-month to $69.4 billion, slightly outperforming the anticipated 1.5% drop but marking the lowest sales figure since January 2022. This decline underscores ongoing challenges in the country’s manufacturing sector, as reduced...
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