U.S. employers hired far more workers than expected in March and continued to lift wages at a steady clip.
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US fourth-quarter growth revised higher; labor market still strong
The U.S. was boosted by strong consumer spending and business investment in nonresidential structures.
Read More US fourth-quarter growth revised higher; labor market still strongUS weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall; labor market gradually cooling
The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week.
Read More US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly fall; labor market gradually coolingWholesale Inflation Soars in February: Wealth Advisor Weighs In
Inflation on the wholesale side rose twice as much as expected to 0.6% in February. The Labor Department’s report also shows PPI over the last 12 months ending in February hit 1.6%.
Read More Wholesale Inflation Soars in February: Wealth Advisor Weighs InUS retail sales miss expectations; producer prices accelerate
Consumer spending appeared to be slowing in the first quarter amid rising inflation and high borrowing costs.
Read More US retail sales miss expectations; producer prices accelerateUS retail sales tumble in January; weekly jobless claims fall
Economists cautioned the decline may be due to winter storms and technical factors.
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