Hawks Versus Doves – Odds Of Former Losing Ground In Rate Debate

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The Fed’s dual mandate currently is a source of ammo for both hawks and doves within the FOMC.  Would it always remain this way? Core PCE inflation has been ticking up a bit of late, but still below the Fed’s … Continued

Oil-Related Layoffs Muted — Is It About To Change?

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U.S. oil-related layoffs so far subdued Not surprising given ~80% rise in crude production past five-plus years Current production level problematic given inventory spike and downward pressure on crude price The spot West Texas Intermediate crude has gone through a … Continued

Energy job cuts in Jan-Feb >36k; mining-and-logging job openings plunge from Oct 14 high

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Oil-and-extraction jobs are just beginning to come under pressure More on the way as mining-and-logging job openings crater In Jan and Feb, energy job-cut announcements >36k Since crude oil peaked in the middle of last year, investor attention has been … Continued

Collapse in oil price to rock hitherto-stable unemployment-claims boat?

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U.S. unemployment claims near historical lows, job cuts subdued In a sea of stability, could an ocean of troubles be lurking? Crude drop in oil price has potential to throw a curve It is always cheap – and prudent – … Continued