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Australia's Unemployment Rate Steady at 4.4% in June, RBA Rate Hike Expected

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Australia's Unemployment Rate Steady at 4.4% in June, RBA Rate Hike Expected

Australia's unemployment rate held at 4.4% in June, with 76,000 new jobs, largely part-time, pushing underemployment to 6.5%. Economists view the labor market as resilient but anticipate a rate hike from the RBA in August due to persistent inflation concerns.

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US Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2% on Mass Exodus from Labor Force

US Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2% on Mass Exodus from Labor Force

The US unemployment rate dropped to 4.2% in June, its lowest in a year. However, this decline is attributed to a significant exodus of workers from the labor force, with participation falling to its lowest point since March 2021, raising concerns among economists.

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Diverging Employment Trends: US Hiring Slows, Eurozone Labor Market Resilient

Diverging Employment Trends: US Hiring Slows, Eurozone Labor Market Resilient

US nonfarm payrolls rose by only 57,000 in June, missing expectations, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 4.2%. Conversely, the Eurozone unemployment rate held steady at a record low 6.2% in May, highlighting diverging labor market trends and central bank policy paths.

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US Job Growth Slows in June, Unemployment Rate Drops Slightly

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US Job Growth Slows in June, Unemployment Rate Drops Slightly

US employers added 57,000 jobs in June, half of economists' predictions, while past figures were revised down. The unemployment rate fell to 4.2%, but 720,000 people left the labor force. Inflation, influenced by the Middle East war, remains a key concern for the Federal Reserve.

US Job Growth Slows Sharply in June, Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.2%

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US Job Growth Slows Sharply in June, Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.2%

The U.S. economy added 57,000 nonfarm payrolls in June, significantly below forecasts and May's revised figures, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell to 4.2%. This slowdown in job creation eases pressure on the Federal Reserve regarding immediate interest rate hikes, leading to a positive market reaction.

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US Jobless Claims Fall, Bitcoin Slides as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dim

Business·20.06.2026AI özeti

US Jobless Claims Fall, Bitcoin Slides as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dim

US initial jobless claims fell to 226,000 for the week ending June 13, indicating a strong labor market. This resilience pushes back expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, causing Bitcoin to slide below $64,000 as it's sensitive to liquidity and interest rate expectations.

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US Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady for Fourth Time

Business·17.06.2026AI özeti

US Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady for Fourth Time

The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged for the fourth time this year, maintaining the range at 3.5% to 3.75%. New Chair Kevin Warsh presides over the decision amid elevated inflation and Middle East conflict uncertainty. Projections show a shift, with nine members now anticipating a rate hike this year, contrasting with earlier expectations of cuts.

India's Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.5% in May

Business·15.06.2026AI özeti

India's Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.5% in May

India's unemployment rate increased to 5.5% in May from 5.2% in April. Government data shows a slight rise in joblessness, with a moderation in the Labour Force Participation Rate and Worker Population Ratio, indicating a softening of labour market conditions.

May Employment Rate: Gwangju Up, Jeonnam Down Slightly

In May, Gwangju's employment rate rose 0.4%P to 61.7%, while Jeonnam's fell 0.2%P to 66.5%. Gwangju saw a decrease in manufacturing and retail jobs, while Jeonnam experienced a decline in retail and agriculture.

Busan's May employment rate drops 0.4% year-on-year

Busan's employment rate in May fell to 58.6%, a 0.4 percentage point decrease from the previous year. Total employment also declined by 17,000 to 1,699,000, with job losses concentrated in manufacturing and certain service sectors.

US Labor Market Shows Resilience with 172,000 Jobs Added in May

The US added 172,000 jobs in May with an unchanged unemployment rate of 4.3%, indicating a resilient labor market. Despite this, US stocks fell sharply due to a sell-off in AI chip stocks, with the Nasdaq down 4%.

U.S. Labor Market Shows Resilience with Third Consecutive Month of Job Growth

Business·19.05.2026AI özeti

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U.S. Labor Market Shows Resilience with Third Consecutive Month of Job Growth

The U.S. labor market added jobs for the third consecutive month in May, with significant gains in hospitality, construction, and healthcare. Despite a steady unemployment rate of 4.3%, wage growth lagged behind inflation, potentially influencing the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions.

Turkey's Unemployment Rate Remains Single-Digit for 36 Months

Turkey's unemployment rate stayed in single digits for the 36th consecutive month in April 2026, at 8.2%. Youth unemployment fell by 1.4 points to 14.5%, and female unemployment by 0.6 points to 11%.

Japan's real wages fall for 4th year, but new grad employment rate hits 98%

Japan's real wages declined 0.5% in 2023, marking the fourth consecutive year of decrease, despite a 2.5% nominal wage increase. However, the new graduate employment rate reached 98.0% in spring 2024. Companies increasingly prefer experienced hires over new graduates.

2026 Spring University Graduate Employment Rate at 98.0%

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology announced that the employment rate for university students graduating in Spring 2026 (as of April 1) was 98.0%, the second highest since data collection began in 1997, indicating a continued "seller's market" for job seekers.

UK unemployment rate jumps to 5% as Iran war hits economy

UK unemployment rose to 5% in March, with the Iran war blamed for a fresh wave of inflation and a drop in business confidence. Payrolled jobs fell by 100,000 in April, and regular pay growth is at its weakest since 2020.

France: Unemployment Rate Rises to 7.8% End-2025, 2.5 Million Job Seekers

France's unemployment rate reached 7.8% by the end of 2025, with 2.5 million job seekers, a four-year high. Analysis highlights age discrimination as a key factor impacting young and senior workers.

US adds stronger-than-expected 115,000 jobs in April despite Iran war impact

US employers added a robust 115,000 jobs in April, surpassing expectations despite global economic uncertainty from the Iran conflict. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%. Healthcare and transportation sectors saw significant hiring, while manufacturing experienced job cuts. This resilient labor market suggests the Federal Reserve may hold off on interest rate cuts as inflation remains a concern.

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US adds 115,000 jobs in April, but experts warn of hidden weakness in economy

08.05.2026

US adds 115,000 jobs in April, but experts warn of hidden weakness in economy

US employment rose more than expected in April, while the unemployment rate remained steady, government data showed, with the world’s largest economy firming recent labour market gains but analysts warning of underlying weakness. “Total nonfarm payroll employment edged up by 115,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.3 per cent,” the US Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) said. The gains mainly came in the healthcare, transport and warehousing and retail trade sectors. US job...

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US added 115,000 jobs in April in surprise gain amid Iran war uncertainty

08.05.2026

US added 115,000 jobs in April in surprise gain amid Iran war uncertainty

Unemployment remained steady at 4.3% as the US-Israel war on Iran continues to rattle the American economyUS employers added 115,000 jobs in April and the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.3%, a surprisingly robust gain to the labor market as the US-Israel war with Iran continued to drive up economic uncertainty.Economists projected about 55,000 new jobs and a 4.3% unemployment rate. A day earlier, the labor department announced 200,000 people filed for weekly unemployment benefits, a slight increase from the week before. Continue reading...

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