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Rising unemployment rate scuppers Macron's pledge to achieve full employment

For the sixth consecutive time, France's unemployment rate rose in the second quarter, nearing the figures recorded in 2017, when Emmanuel Macron first became president.

Rising unemployment rate scuppers Macron's pledge to achieve full employment

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Indian shares set to open higher as global bond markets steady

Indian shares were expected to open higher on Thursday , tracking broader Asia as global bond markets steadied after the US Treasury announced steps to bring down rising borrowing rates. Elevated crude oil prices and persistent Middle East tensions were, however, seen limiting risk appetite.

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