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German exports and imports both weaken in September
Fresh data on German trade released on Friday underscored the ongoing fragility faced by Europe’s top economy, coming in worse than expected.
China services PMI picks up less than expected
Activity in China’s services sector picked up less than expected in October, according to figures released on Friday.
US unit labour costs slip in Q3
Labour productivity in the States jumped over the three months to September, helping to push labour costs down.
US initial jobless claims rise
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rose last week, according to data released on Thursday by the Labor Department.
German unemployment pushes higher
The number of people out of work in Germany unexpectedly pushed higher in October, official data showed on Thursday.
Norway stands pat on interest rates, signals December hike
Norway’s central bank left interest rates on hold on Thursday, as expected, but signalled a hike was on the cards for December.
Eurozone factory orders see near-record decline
Eurozone manufacturing saw another sharp decline in October, with the HCOB eurozone manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) seeing one of the sharpest drops on record.
Fed leaves interest rates on hold for second straight meeting
The Federal Reserve has held interest rates steady on Wednesday for the second straight meeting, with chair Jerome Powell saying that policymakers would be patient before making any further moves.
Chinese manufacturing contracts for third straight month, Caixin PMI shows
China's manufacturing industry contracted in October for the first time in three months, according to the Caixin-sponsored purchasing managers' index released on Wednesday.
US construction spending rises for ninth month in a row
US construction spending increased for the ninth straight month in September, according to figures released on Wednesday by the Commerce Department.
Job openings little changed in September, JOLTS survey shows
Job openings in the US were little changed in September, according to data released on Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
US manufacturing sector contracts in October - ISM
The US manufacturing sector unexpectedly contracted in October, according to data released on Wednesday.
S&P Global US manufacturing PMI ticks up in October, as expected
Manufacturing conditions in the US stabilised in October, according to a survey released on Wednesday.
US private employers add 113,000 jobs in October - ADP survey
The US economy added fewer jobs than expected in the month of October, though figures indicate a "well-rounded jobs picture", according to the closely watched ADP Employment Report.