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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