Employment Rates Reported As Expected
3 July 2008
The Labor Department reported June Employment figures today, which came in as expected. The markets yesterday had been anticipating a surprise, perhaps an increased level of unemployment or other signs of economic deterioration. As a result, stocks are up today and bonds are flat. Mortgage rates will show no changes. Bond markets close early today for the 4th of July holiday and will re-open on Monday.
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