Macro Monday Ep 87: US labour market cools even as inflation rises

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It’s becoming clear that the US labour market is cooling while at the same time inflation is increasing. Therefore, while markets are expecting a cut in US rates by the Fed this week, there could be some risk to the view that the Fed will cut rates another five times over the next year.
15 Sep 2025 English South Africa Business · Investing

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