📊 Trade tensions & fed debates

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Ryan Serkes
August 15, 2025

Hi everyone, here is your 📈 Daily Trade.

Here's what's happening today:

📊 Fed debates inflation vs. jobs dilemma
📉 U.S. hiring slows amid trade tensions
💹 Producer prices rise, hinting inflation ahead
🚢 Strong inbound volumes, tariffs challenge exports
🛒 FirstCash expands with H&T acquisition
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📊 Fed Faces Dilemma: Inflation vs. Job Market Stability Link
  • Federal Reserve officials are divided over whether inflation or job market weaknesses pose a bigger threat to the economy.
  • Upcoming jobs and inflation reports will heavily influence the Fed's September rate decision.
  • Investors currently anticipate a rate cut, betting on sluggish job growth and mild inflation.
📉 U.S. Job Growth Stalls Amid Trade Policy Uncertainty Link
  • U.S. job growth has slowed significantly as trade tensions and tariffs create uncertainty for businesses.
  • The July jobs report showed weaker-than-expected hiring and revisions that cut previous months' gains.
  • President Trump's trade policies are being scrutinized as potential contributors to the labor market's struggles.
💹 Surge in Producer Prices Signals Inflation Concerns Link
  • U.S. producer prices rose more than expected in July, driven by increased service and goods costs.
  • The rise in prices is partly attributed to ongoing tariff impacts and service sector inflation.
  • Economists remain cautious about the potential for further inflationary pressures affecting the broader economy.
🚢 Tariffs Impact U.S. Export Volumes Amid Strong Inbound Shipments Link
  • The ITS Logistics index reports strong inbound volumes but challenges for exports due to tariffs.
  • Tariff negotiations continue to create uncertainty, affecting the logistics and supply chain sectors.
  • Trucker financial health and terminal congestion are additional concerns for the industry.
🛒 FirstCash Expands Global Footprint with H&T Acquisition Link
  • FirstCash completes acquisition of H&T Group, expanding its presence into the U.K. market.
  • The acquisition strengthens FirstCash's position as a leading pawn operator with over 3,300 locations.
  • The deal is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings, enhancing shareholder value.

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