Bureau of Labor Statistics Economic Data and Reports
U.S. labor costs rise moderately in third quarter as wage inflation stays benign
U.S. labor costs increase moderately in the third quarter, signaling continued restraint in wage pressures. The data suggests compensation growth remains stable even as policymakers watch labor ...
U.S. producer prices post biggest monthly gain in 4-1/2 years as inflation pressures broaden
September wholesale inflation accelerates sharply in the U.S., adding to signs that price pressures are spreading beyond energy and into a wider range of goods and services. The jump in producer ...
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expands research focus across prices, productivity and labor trends
Recent working papers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show a broad research agenda spanning post-pandemic pricing, automated data validation and labor market behavior. The 2025 and 2026 ...
OPEC lifts 2027 oil demand outlook as Iran war depletes inventories
Global oil market balances remain in focus as producers and traders assess the effect of the Iran war on stock levels and future consumption. OPEC now expects stronger oil demand growth in 2027 ...
Philippine Treasury partially awards short-term bills as yields rise before inflation data
Philippine government borrowing costs on short-term securities edge higher as investors position ahead of September inflation data and liquidity shifts toward the ongoing retail Treasury bond ...
U.S. labour and governance trends mirror Italy as youth pressures build
Rising concern over corruption, democratic backsliding and a widening age divide in employment is reshaping how the U.S. economy is viewed. The comparison increasingly points to Italy, where ...
U.S. health insurance costs set to jump in 2027
Rising medical spending is set to put more pressure on U.S. households in 2027, with health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs expected to climb sharply. The increase comes as employers ...
U.S. labor market data due Friday as Wall Street expects slower September payroll growth
Markets are awaiting the September nonfarm payrolls report for fresh signals on whether the U.S. labor market remains steady as the Federal Reserve weighs its next move on interest rates. ...
ADNIC credit ratings affirmed by AM Best with stable outlook
Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company retains its key credit ratings as it continues to post solid underwriting and investment performance in the United Arab Emirates. The stable outlook reflects ...
U.S. inflation eases in August as consumer spending jumps
Fresh U.S. inflation data for August point to slower price growth than economists expected, even as household demand remains strong. The combination could further lower market expectations for ...
U.S. private sector jobs rebound in September, ADP says
Hiring at U.S. private companies strengthens in September after a brief slowdown, adding to signs that the labor market is stabilizing. The gain of 90,000 jobs tops both August's downwardly ...
Sansar Sep 2024 Trust rating affirmed in India auto-loan securitisation
Credit support for Sansar Sep 2024 Trust has strengthened since the deal closed, helping sustain its investment-grade standing in India’s auto-loan securitisation market. The trust’s ...
U.S. job openings decline in August as layoffs stay low
U.S. labor demand eases in August while low layoffs continue to support overall market stability. The latest figures suggest employers are still holding on to workers even as uncertainty tied to ...
Blue Cross Blue Shield analysis flags AI-driven claims costs in U.S. healthcare
Rising use of artificial intelligence in hospital billing is intensifying scrutiny of how healthcare claims are documented and paid in the U.S. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association says those tools ...
NSE issues investor warning over illegal dabba trading services
Regulatory vigilance over unauthorized trading channels in India’s stock market is increasing, and the National Stock Exchange has urged investors to stay away from such offerings. The exchange ...
Monte dei Paschi seeks investor backing for anti-takeover plan amid Intesa bid
Monte dei Paschi is pressing shareholders to support a defence strategy against Intesa Sanpaolo's takeover approach ahead of a key vote on October 29. Chief Executive Luigi Lovaglio says investors ...
Federal Reserve raises rates as U.S. inflation pressures persist
Persistent price pressures and firmer inflation readings are prompting the Federal Reserve to tighten policy again after holding rates since 2023. The central bank lifts its target range for the ...
U.S. inflation data lifts Fed hike odds and steadies Wall Street expectations
Markets already expect the Federal Reserve to tighten policy again, and August consumer inflation reinforces that view ahead of next week’s meeting. Headline inflation matches forecasts, but ...
U.S. rate outlook hinges on three economic reports before Fed decision
Markets are entering a decisive week as investors reassess the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate increase at the Sept. 16 meeting. A stronger-than-expected August jobs report has pushed up ...
Europe’s new right reshapes election risks in Germany and Italy
Europe is entering a dense election cycle as rightwing parties gain ground across several major countries. The contrast between Germany’s Ulrich Siegmund and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni highlights ...
U.S. jobless claims edge up as labor market remains stable
Weekly unemployment filings in the U.S. are little changed at the end of August, pointing to a labor market that is still steady despite cautious hiring. The latest claims figures arrive ahead of ...
