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July jobs data lessens chance of September rate hike
The U.S. jobs report for July showed the economy losing 23,000 jobs, with June's data significantly revised downward, raising doubts about the Federal Reserve's chances of raising interest rates at its upcoming September meeting. Despite the decline in jobs, the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%. However, market expectations now suggest a 40% chance of an interest rate hike, down from 55% prior to the data release. Market reactions were positive, with equities rising and bond yields falling. Experts noted that weak data might prompt the Federal Reserve to hold off on raising rates in September, focusing instead on inflation and expectations of an improving labor market.
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