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Economy

“Record jobs gain of 4.8 million in June smashes expectations; unemployment rate falls to 11.1%”

“Nonfarm payrolls soared by 4.8 million in June and the unemployment rate fell to 11.1% as the U.S. continued its reopening from the coronavirus pandemic, the Labor Department said Thursday. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had been expecting a 2.9… Continue Reading…

Banking

“Cash Havens With $4.8 Trillion Fret Unthinkable Negative Returns”

“Money-market mutual funds, the ultimate havens for investors looking to preserve capital, once again are trying to maneuver in a zero interest-rate environment. The problem this time? They’re sitting on twice as much cash. Assets in money-market funds have soared… Continue Reading…

Economy

“US GDP shrank 4.8% in the first quarter amid biggest contraction since the financial crisis”

“Gross domestic product fell 4.8% in the first quarter, according to government numbers released Wednesday that provide the first detailed glimpse into the deep damage the coronavirus wreaked on the U.S. economy. Economist surveyed by Dow Jones had expected the… Continue Reading…