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06/02/2026

April JOLTS: Job openings jumped to 7.6M, the highest in several months, while hires fell to 5.1M and separations dropped to 5.0M. Quits and layoffs were largely unchanged, suggesting labor demand strengthened even as hiring activity slowed.

06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

U.S. construction spending rose 0.4% in April to a record-like $2.172T annual rate. Residential and public construction improved, while private nonresidential spending slipped. Manufacturing construction remains a major weak spot, down more than 18% from a year ago.

06/01/2026

U.S. manufacturing gained momentum in May as the S&P Global PMI rose to 55.1, its highest level in four years. Production and new orders strengthened, but much of the growth was driven by stockpiling amid supply disruptions and surging costs, raising inflation concerns.

05/29/2026

Last Week in Review: Warning Lights Flashing

The April report on personal income and spending includes a few warning signs for economic conditions in the second quarter 2026.

05/28/2026

U.S. crude and fuel inventories fell sharply last week as refinery activity surged to 94.5% capacity utilization. Crude stocks dropped 3.3M barrels, while gasoline and distillate inventories also tightened ahead of peak summer demand.

05/28/2026

U.S. new home sales fell 6.2% in April to a 622K annual pace, while inventory and months’ supply continued to rise. Despite softer demand, the median new home price increased to $422.5K, showing housing affordability pressures remain elevated.

05/28/2026

U.S. durable goods orders surged 7.9% in April, driven by a massive jump in aircraft demand. Transportation equipment led gains, while shipments and factory backlogs also increased. Core business investment outside aircraft was softer, with ex-aircraft capital goods orders down 1.1%.

05/28/2026

U.S. GDP grew 1.6% in Q1 2026, slower than initially estimated but stronger than late 2025. Growth was supported by exports and investment, while inflation stayed elevated with core PCE at 4.4%. Corporate profit growth also slowed sharply.

05/28/2026

Weekly jobless claims rose to 215K, while continuing claims increased to 1.786M. The labor market remains relatively stable, but the rise in the 4-week average suggests hiring conditions may be cooling gradually rather than weakening sharply.