U6 Unemployment Rate For September 7.7% Vs 7.9% Prior
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The U6 unemployment rate for September decreased to 7.7% from 7.9% in the previous month, indicating a slight improvement in the labor market.
October 04, 2024 | 12:30 pm
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The decrease in the U6 unemployment rate to 7.7% from 7.9% suggests a slight improvement in the labor market, which could positively impact the SPY ETF as it reflects overall economic conditions.
The U6 unemployment rate is a broad measure of labor underutilization. A decrease suggests an improving economy, which can boost investor confidence and potentially lead to a rise in SPY, an ETF that tracks the S&P 500.
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