US Futures Rise as Trump Touts Iran Progress; Awaiting Jobs Data

Stock futures gain as traders bet weak jobs data will keep Fed from hiking rates: Live updates

• Stock futures rise as traders expect Fed to avoid rate hikes due to weak jobs data
• July jobs report shows 23,000 job decline, unemployment rate at 4.1%
• Airbnb shares surge 7% premarket on strong earnings performance

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• Nasdaq 100 led market gains with 0.6% increase
• Airbnb shares surged 7% in premarket trading
• Investors anticipate positive July jobs report impact

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Trump treats Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh as an ally. That creates economic risks

• Trump speaks with Fed Chair Warsh multiple times, treating him as an ally.
• Critics argue this dynamic challenges Fed's autonomy.
• Warsh's credibility hit during press conference, potentially leading to higher interest rates.

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Companies scoff at airlines' cheapest business class tickets. 'The real value is flexibility'

Some companies plan to shun the cheapest business- and premium- economy fares from their executives.

• Airlines Delta and United offer budget-friendly business class tickets.
• These fares lack advanced features like seat selection and lounge access.
• Companies worry about flexibility and potential high change fees.

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