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Job losses in July reveal weakening U.S. labor market
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U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July
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New Democratic bill would tax AI companies to create jobs
First on NBC News: Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, was inspired by FDR’s Works Progress Administration.
How grocery prices have changed since Trump took office
Eggs are down, but bread, meat and other items are on the rise.
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Election highlights: Midterm matchups take shape in primaries across five states as Abdul El-Sayed wins in Michigan
The biggest battle played out in Michigan’s Democratic primary for an open Senate seat, as El-Sayed defeated Rep. Haley Stevens for the nomination. 
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The ‘lipstick effect’: Americans are finding comfort in small luxuries as prices rise
As summer vacations and home remodeling are put on hold, toys and treats are filling in the gaps.
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Why did the U.S. buy Japanese yen?
Hint: It involves inflation and the interest rates that are paid by consumers and businesses.
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Newly graduated? Now comes the hard part.
For recent college grads seeking entry-level jobs, there’s fewer opportunities to go around, data reveals.
U.S. economic growth slowed unexpectedly in the second quarter as tariffs and Iran war cut into gains
Consumer spending surged at a rate of 3.2%, buoyed by bigger tax refunds and higher gas prices. 
Wall Street closes down sharply after Fed keeps rates unchanged
Shares of Meta fell 4% in extended trading after the company said it expects 2026 capital expenditures to be higher than it had estimated.
Fed holds interest rates for the fifth meeting this year, underscoring inflation fears
The decision was largely expected by investors, who have seen markets begin to churn amid ongoing concerns about higher oil prices and AI spending.
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The odds of finding a job after graduating from college keep getting worse
Higher unemployment, increased competition and fewer actual job offers are discouraging the newest entrants to the labor market.
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Trump boosts Michigan GOP candidates and tariffs in freewheeling speech
Michigan Democratic Senate candidates Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed faced off on the debate stage tonight.
