Initial jobless claims climbed last week to the highest level since Oct. 23, 2021, but investors and economists are expecting three small rate cuts this year rather than a dramatic move next week.
Source: Inman News
Rising inflation makes ‘jumbo’ Fed rate cut unlikely next week
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