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Wall Street wants to know if DOGE-led job cuts will tip U.S. into recession

Government-related job cuts by the White House and its “Department of Government Efficiency” haven’t been big enough to show up in the data yet, but fears are growing that they could soon lead to a surge in jobless claims and undermine the strength of the labor market.

Fed’s Musalem says stagflation trend can’t be ruled out

The U.S. economy is facing the risk of so-called stagflation, when the labor market softens as inflation heats up, St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank President Alberto Musalem said on Thursday.

Hasbro’s stock rallies as it shrugs off tariff impacts on new product launches

Hasbro said it’s diversifying its manufacturing footprint, with plans to move from 50% of its U.S. toy and game volume originating from China to under 40% over the next two years.

Nvidia investors are jittery about earnings. Here’s the big question.

Nvidia earnings are on deck next Wednesday. Analysts are wondering whether the company can deliver another big beat or if Blackwell shortages will limit that potential.

There are growing signs that the labor market is slowing, Fed’s Bostic says

There are “potential vulnerabilities” that could be worrying going forward.

Mass firing of federal workers by Trump White House not showing up in jobless claims. Yet.

The number of people who applied for unemployment benefits last week barely rose from very low levels, indicating that the mass firing of federal workers by President Donald Trump still haven’t shown up in jobless-claims filings.

Strategy raises another $2 billion with proceeds earmarked for bitcoin purchases

The crypto play formerly known as MicroStrategy is offering zero-coupon convertible bonds in its latest move to boost its bitcoin holdings.

Trump’s talking about auditing Fort Knox. It might be a $750 billion maneuver.

Talking to reporters on Air Force One, President Trump on Wednesday night mentioned going to Fort Knox. Repeatedly.

Why are so many of these U.S. companies losing money?

The percentage of publicly traded U.S. firms that are unprofitable is rising.

Shake Shack’s stock jumps as January business shrugs off wildfires

Shake Shack plans to open 45 new company-operated locations in 2025, with a path to operate up to 1,500 worldwide in the future.

Walmart’s stock dives as retailer forecasts earnings to fall for first time in 3 years

Walmart expects consumers to be generally ‘stable’ this year, but pressure on its mix of products will continue.

Palantir’s stock is extending its big decline. Is the selloff justified?

One analyst thinks Palantir will end up benefiting from Pentagon budget cuts, contrary to fears. But the stock remains pricey relative to others in software.
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