insert_link Business / Economics US jobs growth slower than expected last month US job growth was slower than expected in October, as hurricanes and striking workers held down employment. The US job market is in the spotlight with just days to go until election day - where the economy has been at the centre of candidates' campaigns. Sally Patterson reports. today4 November, 2024
insert_link World Harris gains in post-debate US national polls, but will her gains be sustained? By Adrian Beaumont, The University of Melbourne The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 48.9–46.0. In my previous US politics article on September 9, Harris led Trump by 48.7–46.2. Joe Biden’s final position before his withdrawal as Democratic candidate on July 21 was a national poll deficit […] today18 September, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics US consumer inflation falls ahead of Fed interest rate decision By Daniel AVIS Fresh US consumer inflation data published Wednesday is unlikely to sway the Federal Reserve's plans to leave its key lending rate unchanged, but could alter how many rate cuts policymakers pencil in for this year. The annual consumer price index (CPI) came in at 3.3 percent in May, down 0.1 percentage point from April, the Labor Department said in a statement -- […] today12 June, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 17 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Exploring the Latest in Business News As the global economic landscape continues to evolve, let's delve into the latest developments shaping the world of business and finance. Galp Energia Unveils Extensive Exploration Campaign Galp Energia, a key player in the energy sector, has set forth ambitious plans for a comprehensive exploration campaign spanning three years within Petroleum Exploration Licence 83. This initiative entails the drilling of 10 exploration and appraisal wells, coupled with extensive flow testing. […] today17 April, 2024
