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Aussie shares drop ahead of key US jobs report

The ASX200 has fallen 0.6 per cent ahead of a key US jobs report that could determine whether the Fed cuts interest rates one more time in 2024.

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Stock Rally Stalls on Anxiety Ahead of Friday’s US Jobs Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed down -0.19%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.31%. Stocks on Thursday settled moderately lower, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 falling...

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Dollar Weakens as the Euro Rebounds

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday fell by -0.54%. The dollar retreated Thursday after US weekly jobless claims rose more than expected to a 6-week high, a dovish factor for Fed policy. Also, the euro rallied and weighed on the dollar as French political tensions eased after National Rally leader...

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November Jobs Report Preview: Will It Seal The Deal For A Fed Interest Rate Cut?

Traders focus on November jobs data and inflation report to determine Fed's rate cut decision on Dec. 18. Market odds at 70%.

Benzinga

Trump wants ‘a say’ in the Federal Reserve. Many Republicans do not agree

Lawmakers on both side of the aisle have long supported the independence of the Federal Reserve

The Independent UK

Stocks Consolidate Ahead of Friday’s US Payroll Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.11%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.20%. Stocks today are posting modest losses as they consolidate this week’s rally where the...

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Dollar Retreats as the Euro Recovers

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.48%. The dollar is moving lower today after US weekly jobless claims rose more than expected to a 6-week high, a dovish factor for Fed policy. Also, the euro moved higher and weighed on the dollar as French political tensions eased...

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Stock Indexes Slightly Lower as They Consolidate Below Record Highs

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.03%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.14%. Stocks today are slightly lower as they consolidate this week’s rally where the S&P...

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Donald Trump keeps baiting the Fed—but Jerome Powell's not biting

"We're supposed to achieve maximum employment and price stability for the benefit of all Americans and keep out of politics completely," Powell said.

Fortune

Asia And Europe Markets Gains; Dollar Slips While Bitcoin Hits $100K - Global Markets Today While US Slept

U.S. markets closed higher on strong tech earnings and Fed Chair Powell's remarks. Asia and Europe markets were mixed. Oil prices up, gold down.

Benzinga

Stocks Muted Before the Open After Tech-Led Rally, U.S. Jobs Data in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are down -0.05%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are down -0.13% this morning, taking a breather after yesterday’s rally, while investors turned their attention to U.S. jobless claims numbers due later today and key non-farm payrolls data scheduled for Friday.

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Stock market today: Bitcoin hits $100,000 and Asian shares are mostly higher

Bitcoin has surpassed $100,000 while Asian shares are mostly higher, taking their cues from another Wall Street record rally

The Independent UK

Aussie shares higher amid hopes for third US rate cut

The ASX200 finished up as bitcoin smashed through the $US100,000 mark for the first time and markets took a lead on possible rate cuts in the US.

AAP

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Jump On Jerome Powell's Bullish BTC Take, Paul Atkins SEC Nomination: Analyst Highlights Impressive 320% Upside For ETH By May

Leading cryptocurrencies spiked Wednesday on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's favorable comments on Bitcoin and nomination of Paul Atkins as the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Recover From Mid-Day Slump, Close Day Strong On Powell's 'Digital Gold' Remarks

Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Wednesday, bolstered by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell calling it “digital gold.”

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Stocks Rally as Powell Bullish on US Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed up +0.61%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.69%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.24%. Stocks rallied moderately on Wednesday, with the S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrials, and...

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Fed Chair Powell Emphasizes Importance Of Independence In Rate Decisions

Federal Reserve Chairman emphasizes importance of independence from politics in setting interest rates for economic stability.

International Business Times

Powell 'Not Concerned' US Fed Would Lose Independence Under Trump

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that he was "not concerned" the US central bank would lose its independence, despite President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion that he should have input into interest rate decisions.

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Kiplinger

Stock Market Today: Stocks Rally as Econ News Affirms Rate-Cut Bets

Some soft economic data was good news for rate cuts and risk assets.

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Dollar Falls Slightly on Weakness in US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday fell by -0.03%. The dollar Wednesday gave up an early advance and turned lower on weakness in US economic reports that showed the Nov ADP employment change rose less than expected and the Nov ISM services index fell more than expected. The dollar today...

Benzinga

Fed Beige Book: Economic Growth Climbs, Consumer Spending Steady, Hiring Momentum Slows

The Dec. 4 Fed Beige Book showed improvement in economic activity with stable consumer spending and an improving outlook.

Benzinga

Jerome Powell Says US Economy In 'Remarkably Good Shape,' Fed Can Be 'A Little More Cautious' With Interest Rates

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell painted a rosy picture around the U.S. economy ahead of key jobs data due Friday. The strength of the economy is allowing the Fed to be more cautious with interest rates.

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Stock Indexes Rally on Strength in Technology Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.32%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.89%. Stocks today are moderately higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new...

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Tech Stock Strength Lifts the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 to Record Highs

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.56%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.67%. Stocks today are moderately higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new...

Benzinga

Interest Rate Cut In December? St. Louis Fed's Musalem Urges 'Patient Approach' In 'Last Mile' To 2%

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem's latest remarks suggest a heated debate among policymakers about interest rate cuts.

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