Consumer spending increased solidly in July, arguing against a half-percentage-point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next month.
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US inflation rises moderately, consumer spending cools
U.S. prices increased moderately in June as the declining cost of goods tempered a rise in the cost of services.
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Monthly US consumer prices post first drop in four years as inflation subsides
U.S. consumer prices fell for the first time in four years in June amid cheaper gasoline and moderating rents.
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Report: U.S. Job Market Weakens In June
The economy grew via the addition of 206,000 jobs in June, but unemployment was still above 4% in the same month, according to the Labor Department on Friday.
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Inflation rises moderately in April, consumer spending slows
It is a worrying sign for the Fed, suggesting that the elevated pace of price increases could last longer than expected.
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US labor market still tight; productivity falters in first quarter
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits held steady at a low level last week.
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