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US heading for shallow recession, no respite yet from rate hikes: Reuters poll

US heading for shallow recession, no respite yet from rate hikes: Reuters poll

BENGALURU, Dec 9 (Reuters) – The U.S. economy is heading for a short and shallow recession over the coming year, according to economists polled by Reuters who unanimously expected the Federal Reserve to US opts for a lower interest rate hike of 50 basis points in December. 14. The Fed still has at least half …

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'Scariest measure of all': Mike Rowe warns 7m American men have 'done' looking for work and 'break through' - here's why it's a serious problem

‘Scariest measure of all’: Mike Rowe warns 7m American men have ‘done’ looking for work and ‘break through’ – here’s why it’s a serious problem

‘Scariest measure of all’: Mike Rowe warns 7m American men have ‘done’ looking for work and ‘break through’ – here’s why it’s a serious problem Men have been steadily exiting the US workforce since pre-pandemic times — even now, despite millions of job openings and an uncertain economic climate. As the US labor market remains …

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My mother-in-law wants me to buy her presents for my children, but it's just more work.  How can I get out of this?

My mother-in-law wants me to buy her presents for my children, but it’s just more work. How can I get out of this?

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This Brilliant Idea Can Make Everyone Better With Money, Older Americans Say

This Brilliant Idea Can Make Everyone Better With Money, Older Americans Say

Polls consistently show that older Americans regret a lot of things — working too much, choosing the wrong partner, not taking care of their health, and so on. There are also often financial regrets, such as not having saved enough and investing too little for retirement. This last regret has many reasons: everything from the …

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The US service industry is picking up;  factory orders are accelerating

The US service industry is picking up; factory orders are accelerating

Activity in the services sector picks up in November Employment rebounds; supplier deliveries are improving Factory orders rise 1.0% in October WASHINGTON, Dec 5 (Reuters) – U.S. service-sector activity unexpectedly accelerated in November, with employment rebounding, offering further evidence of underlying economic dynamics. economy as it prepares for an anticipated recession next year. Monday’s Institute …

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Job growth may not save some housing markets in the short term

Job growth may not save some housing markets in the short term

Adobe Stock/Amy Walters In housing, the two most basic factors to consider are location and employment. A long-standing rule of thumb is to “follow the jobs” by assessing housing markets with strong job growth and using that information to find opportunities. The labor market has been on a roll since the April 2020 low. Businesses …

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'We are not your enemy,' say South Korean truckers striking for minimum wage protection

‘We are not your enemy,’ say South Korean truckers striking for minimum wage protection

UIWANG, South Korea, Dec 5 (Reuters) – Inside five white tents outside the Uiwang container depot near Seoul, about 200 striking truckers huddle around gas heaters, trying to fight against the freezing cold and the government’s talk that they are well paid “labour aristocracy.” They are only too aware of the impact their strike has …

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On social security and the return to work?  Prepare for that unwanted surprise

On social security and the return to work? Prepare for that unwanted surprise

(Maurie Backman) If you’re a retiree struggling to make ends meet in the face of inflation, you’re definitely in good company. The cost of living has skyrocketed over the past year and although inflation is showing signs of easing, much progress still needs to be made before people see any noticeable relief. You might especially …

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