Fed Chair Powell Says Quits Have Been Moving Down, Job Openings Too; We Still Have Low Unemployment, But Has Softened A Bit And That's An Important Statistic; Argument That Job Gains May Be A Bit Overstated, But Still Strong; We Are Seeing Gradual Cooling In Labor Market As It Moves Into Better Balance
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Fed Chair Powell noted a decline in job quits and openings, indicating a gradual cooling in the labor market. Despite low unemployment, the market is moving into better balance. Job gains may be slightly overstated but remain strong.
June 12, 2024 | 6:47 pm
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Fed Chair Powell's comments on the cooling labor market and balanced unemployment may impact SPY, reflecting broader economic conditions.
SPY, as an ETF tracking the S&P 500, is sensitive to macroeconomic indicators. Powell's comments suggest a stable but cooling labor market, which may lead to neutral short-term movements in SPY.
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