US Hiring Slows Sharply, Even As Unemployment Rate Falls

The article warns that President Trump’s war against Iran could trigger another economic shock, compounding voter discontent with the economy only eight months ahead of the mid-term elections. The risk centers on spillovers that typically pressure inflation expectations and energy prices, potentially weighing on growth and financial conditions.

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The article warns that President Trump’s war against Iran could trigger another economic shock, compounding voter discontent with the economy only eight months ahead of the mid-term elections. The risk centers on spillovers that typically pressure inflation expectations and energy prices, potentially weighing on growth and financial conditions.