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Related media - News 24 hours Unemployment rates among white, black and Hispanic women rose in June, in line with broader economic trends, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department. White adult women saw a slight increase in unemployment, from 3.0% in May to 3.1% in June. Black women saw their unemployment rate increase from 5.2% to 5.7%, while Hispanic women saw an increase from 4.1% to 4.5%. Overall, the national unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, from 4.0% last month. In contrast, unemployment rates for men in all three racial groups declined. The rate for white men fell…

Related media - News 24 hours Despite China's economic slowdown, one particular consumer stock has managed to defy the trend, posting a remarkable 90% increase in value this year. Analysts are delving into the reasons behind this surprising growth, which stands in stark contrast to the broader market's performance. Several factors have contributed to the impressive rise of this stock. First, the company's strong brand loyalty and diverse product range have helped it maintain solid sales figures even as consumer spending in China has slowed. Additionally, strategic expansions into new markets and successful adaptation to changing consumer preferences have strengthened…

Related media - Recent news Washington DC — Sports streaming service Venu, priced at $42.99 a month, faces a major marketing challenge: finding its audience. Venu, jointly owned by Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery, announced Thursday that it will launch this fall. While it’s more expensive than services like NetflixMax and Peacock, it costs less than YouTube TV at $73 a month or a standard cable package, but those include a wider variety of entertainment, not just sports. Venu will provide access to a selection of networks: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, ABC, Fox, FS1, FS2, BTN, TNT,…

More news - News 24 hours Here are some of the stocks that saw significant mid-day fluctuations: Shake Shack: The popular fast food chain saw a significant move in its stock price as investors reacted to its recent earnings reports and market trends. Italian: The logistics company's shares have seen some volatility, influenced by industry developments and financial performance updates. Mobileye Global: The technology company's shares have seen considerable activity, driven by new product announcements and strategic partnerships. Stay tuned for more updates on these and other key headlines throughout the trading day. You may also be interested in -…

More news - News 24 hours Kohl's plans to open 200 stores in its facilities by the end of September. The retailer will sell a wide variety of baby items, including strollers, car seats and cribs. WOODLAND PARK, NJ — Kohl's is targeting smaller retailers to boost sales. The retailer will open Babies R Us stores in its locations nationwide starting this week and plans to have 200 by the end of September. The stores will offer a variety of baby items the company has never sold before, including shampoo, strollers and car seats. Previously, Kohl's only sold baby clothing.…

More news - News 24 hours The U.S. labor market is expected to show signs of cooling in July, due to the gradual economic slowdown and the impact of Hurricane Beryl on hiring rates. The Labor Department’s July nonfarm payrolls report, due Friday at 8:30 a.m. ET, is expected to reflect this slight decline. However, the expected decline is in line with the Federal Reserve’s strategy for a controlled economic slowdown. “If the Fed was aiming for a soft landing, it looks like it’s done it,” said Mike Reynolds, vice president of investment strategy at Glenmede. “We’re seeing some weakness…