Stock index futures pointed higher in early trading after a weaker-than-expected jobs report signaled that the labor market may be cooling — a development that could...
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October 9, 2026
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Prominent economist says U.S. economy can handle higher rates, but flags 6% as the danger zone
Veteran market strategist Ed Yardeni argues that the U.S. economy is resilient enough to absorb elevated Treasury yields — but warns that a 10-year yield crossing...
Stocks Climb Toward Record Highs After Jobs Report Calms Inflation Fears
U.S. stocks moved closer to all-time highs after the latest jobs report offered enough reassurance on inflation to lift investor confidence. The data suggested the labor...
Stocks Climb, Dollar Weakens as Traders Scale Back Fed Rate Hike Bets
Equity markets rose and the U.S. dollar edged lower in recent trading as investors grew less convinced the Federal Reserve will push interest rates higher. The...