Inflation Cools in June as Energy Prices Fall, but Structural Risks Remain Economic and market analysis based on data available through June 15, 2026. Early June Inflation Indicators Early June data suggest that some inflationary pressures are beginning to ease, particularly within the energy sector. However, this should … [Read more...] about June 2026 Inflation Signals Cool as Fuel Prices Fall
Employment
July 2025 BLS Employment Reports Real Wage Gains
July 2025 BLS Employment Report: Real Wage Gains Underpin U.S. Consumption Monthly and year-ending figures show broad, inflation-adjusted growth in average weekly earnings, reinforcing the spending power that supports the economy. Why Real Earnings Matter The jump in the headline unemployment rate from 4.1 % to 4.2 % is statistically negligible. What drives … [Read more...] about July 2025 BLS Employment Reports Real Wage Gains