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Futures Mixed after a Strong Week; Chip Stocks Trend Higher
U.S. stock futures traded mixed on Monday morning, as markets reopened after the July 4 Independence Day holiday. Chip stocks trended higher after recent pressure amid rotation to other sectors.
Jobs Report Won't Sway Fed That Much, Berro Says
Kelsey Berro, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager at JPMorgan Asset Management, discussed the Federal Reserve's monetary policy outlook, indicating that a rate hike in July is probably off the table and sh...
Stocks rally when Congress goes on summer break. Here is the hidden reason.
Stock prices face greater volatility when lawmakers are active, driven entirely by the regulatory uncertainty they create.
Your share of the AI wealth is a right — not a handout. Here is how we claw back our money.
Why we actually own the capital behind the AI revolution.
July will be a 'stronger month' for stocks, says Fundstrat's Tom Lee
Tom Lee, Fundstrat managing partner, joins ‘Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, his expectations for the S&P 500 this year, and more.
Bonds Are Out of Sync With Stocks and Earnings Season Could Further Highlight the Mismatch
Bond markets open the week with movements that are again out of sync with the broader gains in equities.
Nasdaq futures surge 310 points: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens
US futures pushed higher on Monday as Wall Street tried to extend last week's rally with help from two familiar supports: steadier chip stocks and cheaper oil. The Dow is coming off a record close, wh...
SpaceX, SK Hynix, and 2 More Unknown Factors Threatening Markets This Week. Four Other Things to Know Today.
OpenAI and Anthropic need an IPO soon, Elon Musk's wealth soars again after SpaceX IPO, and more news to start your day.
World's Hottest Market Risks Becoming a Squid Game
American investors returned from a long Independence Day weekend in a buying mood, especially for recently choppy tech stocks.
As oil exits the ‘danger zone,' here's what history suggests happens next for stocks
The swift pullback in energy costs is a tailwind for the economy, says Evercore ISI. Crude-oil futures started the new week below the $70-a-barrel mark, while stock-index futures were gaining ground.
Morning Bid: From payrolls to profits
What matters in U.S. and global markets today. Markets began the week on a mixed note, with Asian shares easing and Wall Street futures ticking up before the bell on Monday ahead of the first wave of ...
$2 Trillion Race to Control Future Battlefields
More than $2 trillion is being poured into the global arms race as nations attempt to be the first to master drones, hypersonic weapons, AI and other emerging technologies that may dominate future bat...
Stock Market News Today, 7/6/26 – Futures Tick Higher after Strong Week as Focus Turns to the Fed
U.S. stock futures edged higher ahead of Monday’s session as markets reopened after the July 4 Independence Day holiday. Investors are awaiting the Federal Reserve’s June meeting minutes later this…
The chip pullback is ushering in a bumpy market. These sectors are the best bets now, according to Morgan Stanley.
The once-hot semiconductor trade has seen a cooling in the last couple of weeks, which is not only likely to continue, but usher in a bumpy ride for the overall stock market.
U.S. Stock Futures Rise as Markets Await Fresh Impetus
U.S. stock futures were higher in early European morning trading while changes in the dollar and Treasurys were limited as both continued to trade on last week's jobs data.
Trump's calls, Ukraine's strikes and Russia's barrage on Kyiv put markets on alert
Trump reportedly held separate calls with Russia's Putin and Ukraine's Zelenskyy over the weekend. Ukrainian drones also struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, while Russia launched its second larg...
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Set to Rise Ahead of Series of Tests for Tech Stocks
Samsung earnings, SK Hynix U.S. listing and SpaceX entry into Nasdaq 100 expected this week
State-Subsidized and Dirt Cheap: The Chinese AI Threat to U.S. Model Makers
Chinese AI models are rapidly improving while remaining far cheaper than U.S. rivals, raising questions about pricing power for companies such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google.
Stock Futures Edge Higher after Strong Weekly Gains, Fed Minutes in Focus
U.S. stock futures were edged higher ahead of Monday’s session as markets returned after the July 4 Independence Day holiday. Investors are looking to the Federal Reserve’s June meeting minutes…
U.S. stock futures rise as Wall Street looks to extend its rally coming off the holiday weekend
U.S. stock-index futures gained on Sunday, with Wall Street looking to extend last week's gains.
Stock Futures Kick Off Week that Includes Fed Minutes
The central bank's June minutes will be the economic highlight. And Wall Street is looking to build on the past week's nice gains.
The future of the stock market is in 'great shape,' former TD Ameritrade CEO says
Former TD Ameritrade chairman and CEO Joe Moglia discusses the history of the stock market on 'Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street.'
Biden-era illegal immigration drove up housing costs, Fed economists find
A Federal Reserve working paper finds unauthorized immigration during the Biden administration drove up home prices by 2.2% and rents by 1.4%.
Dow Breaks Out, Tech Cools: The AI Rally Still Has Room to Run
Key stock market indexes diverged last week, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the S&P 500 (SPX) rising 1.89% and 1.71%, respectively, while the Nasdaq-100 (NDX) declined 0.38%…
Kevin Warsh Must Explain That The Fed Simply Cannot Fight Inflation
While Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh has their undivided attention, he can helpfully remind left, right, libertarian, and in between that market prices are a global endeavor. Translated, the Fed couldn't fi...
Why the stock-market's red-hot momentum trade might be headed for a violent unwind this month
Momentum trades tend to struggle in July — but this year may be particularly volatile, says one strategist. The rumblings have already started.
The State of ESG Investing: How Dire Is It?
Investors have pulled billions, funds have closed and proxy voting is down. But proponents say the strategy remains viable, even if it's pursued more quietly.
The Week Ahead: Fed Minutes and Early Earnings Take Center Stage
Markets enter the week near record highs as traders await Fed minutes, early earnings and key economic data to gauge the next move for U.S. stocks.
The Week That Was, The Week Ahead: Macro and Markets, July 5
Stocks ended the week mixed as investors weighed a softer jobs report, lower Treasury yields, and renewed pressure on technology shares. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) rose 1.14% to…
Dow Jones: Can the Record Rally Survive the Start of Earnings Season?
Weak payrolls sent the Dow Jones Industrial Average to a record high. See why earnings and the Fed now hold the key to the next move.
Stock Funds Rallied 17.1% in a Quarter That Made Investors' Heads Spin
An IPO rocket, a war rally and a new Fed gave investors plenty to think about. Plus: Our latest Financial Flashback, to the options-dating scandal 20 years ago.
When it comes to beating the stock market, no news really is good news
You can beat the stock market by becoming a more discerning consumer of financial news, according to a recently published study. The key is learning how to differentiate between news about a stock tha...
Jackie DeAngelis: This is a 'MASSIVE GROIN PUNCH' in US' AI race against China
'The Big Money Show' discusses China's AI advancements, highlighting the threat and implications to the United States' dominance in the AI race.
US stocks see biggest exit since March: is Wall Street's rally at risk?
US stock funds saw their biggest weekly exit since March, raising fresh questions about the strength of Wall Street's rally. Investors pulled $17.2 billion from US stock funds in the week through July...
Dow Jones and S&P 500 Forecast: Tariffs Test Rally as Dow Targets 55,000
Tariff risks, mixed labor data, and Big Tech weakness keep the stock market cautious, while Dow Jones strength points to 55,000 and the S&P 500 eyes 8,000.
Wall Street's big test: 5 factors investors can't ignore next week
Wall Street will enter the July 6-10 week with less room for error after a choppy start to the second half. The S&P 500 is still sitting near record territory, but the market is carrying a tricky mix ...
Is Kevin Warsh hawkish - or preparing the ground for rate cuts?
Deepak Mehra from the Commercial Bank of Dubai talks about how new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh might be using 'deliberate ambiguity' in his statements as a way of reforming forward guidance. However, he ...
Small Stocks Are Having Their Biggest Run in Decades
Small companies are punching above their weight on Wall Street. The Russell 2000, which tracks shares of smaller companies, climbed some 22% in the first six months of the year.
Gold (GLD) Posts Weekly Gain as Interest Rate Fears Subside
The precious metal had not risen since the end of May.
Gold Still Has Plenty of Room to Run, Says Goldman Sachs
Gold (XAUUSD) has fallen nearly 12% over the past three months, although Goldman Sachs ($GS) remains bullish on the precious metal. The firm has a 2026 year-end price target of…
U.S. Energy Mix Shifts with Natural Gas Set to Surpass Oil by 2030
The U.S. energy consumption mix has undergone a dramatic shift in recent years. Petroleum has been the preferred energy source for Americans for 75 years. However, natural gas accounted for…
Stock Market Week Ahead: AI Pressure Meets Incoming Economic Signals
The trading week ended July 3 provided no shortage of headlines, with investors zoning in on the AI stock selloff, June’s nonfarm payrolls miss, and the best quarter for the…
AI Will Displace 9% of the U.S. Workforce, Warns Goldman Economist
AI is set to displace 9% of the U.S. workforce, or roughly 15 million jobs, according to Goldman Sachs ($GS) economist Joseph Briggs. The affected workers would be forced to…
Trump Hits Out at ‘Hostile' Fed but Warsh Gets Breathing Room on Interest Rates
President Trump indicated he understands Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is unlikely to push for lower interest rates in the short term.
Canada’s Dollar Sinks Due to Recession and Trade Uncertainty
Other currencies are also weakening against the greenback.
Oil Could Crash Down to $60 as Hormuz Traffic Resumes, Says Citi
Citigroup ($C) expects Brent crude oil (BZ) to finish the year between $60 and $65 per barrel as traffic resumes through the Strait of Hormuz. The lower end of the…
Is there an earnings bubble? AI boom fuels debate over US stock valuations
As US stocks continue to trade near record highs, investors are once again debating whether markets have entered bubble territory. Elevated valuations and persistent geopolitical tensions have fueled ...
A looming AI disappointment and rising yields. Why one research firm is hitting the brakes on U.S. stocks.
Technology stocks are currently calling the shots for U.S. equities, but investors are likely facing a big test in the next 6 to 12 months, according to investment strategy firm MacroResearchBoard.
Gas Prices Roar Into July 4 Near Record Territory
July 4 gas prices are set to be the highest since 2022 at $4.80 per gallon and the second highest on record for the holiday. Earlier this week, GasBuddy projected…
U.S. stocks have delivered 8.7% a year since independence was declared in 1776
What 250 years of independence have meant for America's investors.
Trump Accounts Launch on July 4. Here’s What You Should Know
President Trump’s “Trump Accounts” are set to launch on July 4, with some Americans eligible to score $1,000 for each child. The money can be invested in several exchange-traded funds…
Only One Old-School Haven Stands Firm During Iran War as Gold, Others Lose Luster
In times of trouble, investors usually flock to so-called traditional haven investments but the Iran war has put a question mark next to several of these former flights to safety.
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Minutes in Focus
The minutes to the Federal Reserve's latest meeting are likely to be the highlight as investors look for further clues on whether and when interest rates could rise.
AI Split Asia Into Winners and Losers. The Balance Looks Unsustainable.
Cracks are appearing in the artificial-intelligence trade, whiplashing tech-heavy indexes as doubts about the profitability and sustainability of the AI build-out creep in.
Tech Stocks Deliver Boost to Global Markets as Rate-Hike Worries Fade
Technology stocks were rising in international markets after U.S. jobs data reduced expectations of a hike to interest rates.
Americans are getting some relief at the pump as they set out this Fourth of July weekend
Prices at the pump are still elevated, but pressure is easing, leaving more money to spend on road-trip fun.
It's All Going Beautifully for Warsh: 3-Minutes MLIV
Anna Edwards, Tom Mackenzie and Paul Dobson break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade."
Stocks Rise, Dollar Weakens; U.S. Markets Closed
Global stocks rose and the dollar weakened as a risk-on turn prompted by Thursday's cool jobs data continued to ripple through markets.
Pluxee Shares Rise on Smaller-Than-Expected Revenue Drop
Pluxee shares rose after third-quarter revenue fell 3.3% on an organic basis, beating expectations of a 4.3% organic drop.
Traders Weigh Second Half Outlook: Markets Snapshot
The first half of 2026 saw a bumper earnings season and global equity benchmarks soar to new highs, driven by a enthusiasm around the AI trade. Businesses, investors and central banks now turn their a...
How the Declaration of Independence Spawned Free Markets
America's founding document started a financial revolution that reverberated around the world.
Halfway through the year, the labor market is flashing a virtue that proved elusive for much of 2025: stability
June data was underwhelming. But today's job market is much less concerning than it was six months ago.
Investors Seek to Pull Nearly $16 Billion From Private-Credit Funds
Wary of a prolonged redemption cycle, more fund managers are rationing withdrawals.
Review & Preview: AI Exodus
The tech-heavy Nasdaq got left behind in today's pre-holiday rotation. Plus, a look into India's data center buildout.
Trump on Fed's Warsh and rate cuts: 'He has to do what he has to do'
CNBC's Joe Kernen sits down with President Donald Trump for an exclusive interview in the Oval Office.
Dow scores fresh record despite tepid jobs report. Why the rest of 2026 is about workers.
Stocks ended mixed Thursday after a tepid jobs report for June reflected only modest hiring and an OK U.S. economy.
Trump blasts ‘hostile' Fed and says Warsh ‘has to do what he has to do' on interest rates
President Donald Trump declined to offer advice to Fed chief Kevin Warsh following the latest U.S. jobs report, saying in an interview that the new chair “has to do what he has to do.”
Warsh Touts Early Wins but May Be Overlooking a Deepening Bond Market Risk
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh contends the market actually understand the central bank's approach “quite well.” There's a missing piece in his explanation.
Thursday's Final Takeaways: Job Reports & Healthcare Rally
Marley Kayden touches on the latest job report after numbers came in below expectations. She also examines the healthcare sector's rally and what investors should be watching.
Weak Jobs Report Prompts Wall Street to Change Strategy
Plus, an Olympian is charged with damaging the D.C. reflecting pool, and celebs use special-ops tactics to keep their weddings private.
Small-Caps Just Had Their Best First Half Since 1991. The Rally Isn't Over.
The Russell 2000 should snap back after a down week.
The Rotation Trade Is Back on Wall Street
Weaker-than-expected jobs data on Thursday lifted hopes that the Fed would hold off on raising interest rates.
Market Close: Stocks Mixed, Dow Sets Record; June Jobs Miss Forecast 7/2/26
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U.S. Stocks Mixed as June Jobs Data Cools Rate-Hike Concerns
U.S. stocks ended mixed after June hiring data came in well below expectations and prompted investors to dial back bets on a Federal Reserve interest-rate increase this month.
Chip Stocks Tumble Again
Chip stocks tumbled for a second day. The PHLX Semiconductor index fell 5.4%. Memory stocks were particularly hard hit, with Sandisk falling 14.1% and Samsung Electronics declining 9.1% overnight.
Dow hits record high as weak jobs data eases Fed rate hike concerns
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed to a record high on Thursday after a weaker-than-expected US jobs report reduced expectations of near-term Federal Reserve interest rate hikes, while technolog...
Real Yield 7/2/2026
"Bloomberg Real Yield" highlights the market-moving news you need to know. Today's guests: JPMorgan Asset Management Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Kelsey Berro, Firm's Head of Cross-Asset Market Stra...
Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Lose Ground on Weak Jobs Report as AI Stocks Remain Under Pressure
Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed lower on Thursday. Trading won’t resume until Monday, as the market will be closed on July 3 in…
Krugman Calls Labor Market Soft, Disturbed by Warsh's View
Nobel laureate Paul Krugman, a research professor at the City University of New York's Graduate Center, says all jobs data is "noisy" when reacting to the June US employment report. Speaking on "Bloom...
S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 7/2/26
The S&P 500 (SPX) closed in the red on Thursday as AI-related stocks continued to sell off. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing Sector Healthcare was the top-pe...
U.S. economy gained only 57,000 jobs in June, according to the Department of Labor's latest report
U.S. applications for jobless aid inched down last week as layoffs remain at historically healthy levels.The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits in the week ending June 27 fell by 1,0...
The hidden SILVER LINING everyone missed in the jobs report
'The Big Money Show' panelists dissect the June jobs report and the impact on Federal Reserve policy.
New database for subsurface energy storage could be boon for natural gas industry
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have produced a new analysis of underground natural gas storage sites around the country. The analysis can help guide future expansion of natural gas s...
Why the jobs and inflation data are bullish for bonds
The June jobs report is worse than many people realize.
U.S. Mortgage Rates Remain Below 6.5% Despite Rising Yields
The average U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) sits at 6.43%, down from 6.49% a week ago, said Freddie Mac (FMCC) on Thursday. Oil and gas prices have tumbled lower since…
'Trump accounts' for newborns will accept stock donations, US officials say
Individuals and corporations will be able to donate shares of stock to “Trump accounts,” the government-backed newborn investment accounts created as part of U.S. President Donald Trump's landmark ta...
Merger Value Hit a First-Half Record as Deal Sizes Grew
Global merger activity reached a record $2.6 trillion in the first half of the year as companies pursued larger acquisitions, while analysts expect dealmaking to broaden into smaller companies.
Tech bulls lose conviction as key trading metric blows out to the widest since 2008
The pick-up in demand for puts aligns with slowing momentum in AI stocks that had been consistently rewarding speculators to the upside.
Regime Change at the Federal Reserve: Why it Could Matter to Investors
In this Week in Review video, Chief Investment Strategist Fritz Folts and CEO/CIO Steve Cucchiaro discuss the potential implications of the change at the Federal Reserve.
Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 7/2/26?
The S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) opened higher on Thursday but have since reversed course, falling into negative territory. The culprit behind the reversal is June’s jobs…
Tech Buybacks Could Fuel the Next Leg of the Rally
Analysts say technology companies are generating record cash flows. More aggressive buybacks from companies such as Nvidia and Apple could provide another tailwind for investors.
Market Midday: Stocks Mixed, Job Creation Cooled In June, Americans Pay Up For Beef 7/2/26
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Job seekers giving up: Labor force participation rate falls to lowest in 50 years, outside of Covid era
June's drop in the unemployment rate was because of an exodus of workers from the labor force. The labor force participation rate, which measures the working-age population of those either employed or...
Dow Jones Today: DJIA Rallies as Payrolls Miss Chips Into Rate Hike Odds
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading higher on Thursday and secured a new intraday all-time high of 52,805. The gains come despite a significant nonfarm payrolls miss. In June, the…
US Job Market Makes Slower but Steady Gains, June Employment Data Shows
Employers added fewer jobs in June than a month earlier but the unemployment rate ticked down, a decent showing for the U.S. economy.
Analyzing Weakness in June Jobs Report & Outflows in Tech
@CharlesSchwab's Cooper Howard and Joe Mazzola say June's job report was not impressive, with an added 57,000 nonfarm payrolls coming in much weaker than expected. Joe says unemployment rates seem to ...
Goldman Sachs' Hatzius on June jobs report's implications for Fed decision
Jan Hatzius, chief economist at Goldman Sachs, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss June nonfarm payrolls, interest rates and more.
Kevin Hassett: June jobs data is 100% consistent with what we view as a very strong economy
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the latest jobs numbers, manufacturing and more.
Energy Department Orders Data Centers to Tap Backup Power
As triple-digit heat engulfs much of the United States, the Trump administration wants grid managers to require the use of backup power that often goes unused.
S&P 500 Faces Risk of a ‘Three-Wave Correction,’ Warns Bank of America
Paul Ciana, Bank of America’s Global Head of Technical Strategy, believes that the S&P 500 (SPX) could face a “three-wave correction” in the coming months. A three-wave correction is a…
Bonds Catch a Break From the Noisy Jobs Report—and Maybe the Fed
The bond market has a lot to watch: employment, inflation, a new Fed chair—and, of course, interest rates.
BlackRock's Rick Rieder on Jobs Report, Fed Rate Cuts, Yields
Rick Rieder, global fixed income CIO at BlackRock, says “hiring is stable, but I would say, broadly unimpressive,” as he examines the June US jobs report. He also discuses a timeframe for an interest ...
Hassett Says Jobs Data Strong, Criticizes Fed's Powell
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett reacts to the June US employment report, saying the US jobs market is on an "upward trajectory." Speaking on "Bloomberg Open Interest," Has...
US factory orders fall in May, weighed down by weak demand for commercial aircraft
New orders for U.S. factory goods fell in May amid a decline in bookings for commercial aircraft, but demand elsewhere remained strong, partly driven by investment in artificial intelligence.
Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones 30 and S&P 500 Forecasts – Jobs Report Miss Triggers Choppy Trade
The US indices are all looking a bit choppy after the Non-Farm Payroll numbers were weaker than expected. The US markets are all closed on Friday, so keep this in mind.
Jobs report SHOCKS expectations but markets SURGE
A 'Mornings with Maria' panel analyzes the June jobs report and its immediate impact on the markets.
Data Centers Face Growing Public Backlash. What It Means for the AI Boom
More than six dozen data-center projects were blocked or delayed in the first quarter, mostly due to locals' opposition. Public pushback is becoming a risk factor for AI companies and their shares.
Market Midday: Market Open: Stocks Higher, Bond Yields Lower, Weak Job Creation In June 7/2/26
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Stock market gains minted nearly 1 million new millionaires in 2025, new UBS report says
Stock market gains propelled the world's millionaire population to 58 million individuals in 2025, according to a new report by UBS. The United States accounted for most of the increase, adding more t...
Labor Market Not a Source of Inflationary Pressure, Latest Report Shows
The unemployment rate ticked down to 4.2 percent, but average hourly earnings were steady, giving Kevin Warsh, the Federal Reserve chairman, room to focus on fighting inflation.
Meb Faber Says He's an Optimist—but He Thinks a Big Drop in Stocks Would Be ‘Totally Normal'
Meb Faber wants to teach new investors how to invest—and how not to. The former, he says, is pretty simple.
Dow rises as weak US jobs data eases Fed rate hike expectations
US stocks moved higher on Thursday after a weaker-than-expected June employment report tempered expectations for further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes, while investors continued to assess the ou...
Jobs Report Great for Warsh and Bonds, BlackRock's Rosenberg Says
Jeffrey Rosenberg, portfolio manager of the systematic multi-strategy fund at BlackRock, says the June jobs report will help Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh be patient on rates as well as benefit...
U.S. snaps hiring hot streak with only 57,000 jobs added in June
The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected in June, with job gains cooling from a strong spurt this spring. The unemployment rate fell to 4.2% in June.
What a Weaker June Jobs Print Means for U.S. Economy & Fed
The June jobs report signals some surprise weakness on the Fed's employment side of the dual mandate, says Jeff Pierce of @CharlesSchwab. However, he doesn't believe it points to signs of recession.
Mark Zandi: Fed independence is critical for markets and the economy
Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody's Analytics, said underlying job growth remains soft, inflation should ease with wages, and the Fed is likely to keep interest rates unchanged for now.
US employers add 57K jobs in June as hiring continues at a healthy clip – though rate-cut hopes fall
Hiring in June remained steady, even as it ended a three-month streak of job gains over 100,000 – though the figures are likely strong enough to prevent the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates...
US employers added 57,000 new jobs in June – less than what economists predicted
The country's unemployment rate dropped slightly to 4.2% as US job growth also slowed for the month
US economy added jobs at a slower pace than expected in June
The Labor Department released the June 2026 jobs report, which showed the U.S. economy added jobs at a steady pace last month despite uncertainty over inflation.
Most prediction market contracts have low volume, leaving users exposed to volatility and bots
A CNBC analysis found roughly 70% of all closed markets saw under $10,000 in reported volume from 2021 to the end of May this year on Polymarket. Low-volume markets can be more volatile and costly for...