US job market weakens for third summer, prompting Fed rate cut discussions. Rate hike by September 2026 at 35.5% YES, by October 2026 at 46.5% YES.

The United States economy unexpectedly lost jobs in July, which may affect Federal Reserve decisions. Nonfarm payrolls decreased by 23,000 jobs, contrary to economist expectations…

A weaker labor market would weaken the case for raising rates, which some members of the central bank have called for amid higher energy prices.

Fed may hold rates steady after weak July jobs report. Rate hike by September at 35.5% YES.