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Non-farm payrolls (NFP) news

Stay ahead of the curve with our dedicated non-farm payrolls (NFP) page. This crucial economic indicator provides a snapshot of US employment, excluding agricultural workers, and has a significant impact on financial markets. Here, you'll find up-to-the-minute coverage of NFP releases, including expert analysis of the data, its implications for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, and its influence on various asset classes. Explore forecasts, understand market reactions, and gain insights into the broader economic trends revealed by this key report.

Japanese yen rallies as financial markets slide
Japan's real wages declined by 1.2%, the second straight decline. This reflects rising inflation which has eroded wage growth. US nonfarm payrolls rose 222 thousand in February, blowing past the revised January reading of 117 thousand and above the market estimate of 135 thousand.
Apr 7 by Kenneth Fisher
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Yen pummels US dollar, nonfarm payrolls next
After the massive selloff on Wall Street on Thursday, investors are focusing on US nonfarm payrolls, which is expected to ease to 135 thousand from 151 thousand. Japan's household spending rebounded in February with a 3.5% gain, after a 4.5% decline in January.
Apr 4 by Kenneth Fisher
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