In the Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free, FT Editor Roula Khalaf highlights the US economy’s strong job creation, surpassing expectations in December and leading to a rise in Treasury yields as forecasts for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts were adjusted. Bank of America suggested the end of rate cuts and potential hikes, while Goldman Sachs revised their rate cut predictions. The robust jobs report impacted US government bond yields, with Wall Street stocks dropping and the S&P 500 hitting its lowest since the US election, signaling a potential shift in Fed policy as inflation and employment objectives are close to being met.
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Murphy Oil (MUR) Q2 EPS Jumps 42%
Murphy Oil (NYSE:MUR) reported Q2 2025 earnings on August 6, revealing adjusted earnings per share of $0.27, surpassing estimates, while total revenue fell 14.8% to $683 million, missing expectations due to lower commodity prices. The company demonstrated strong production and cost management but faced financial challenges amid volatile market conditions. Want More Context? 🔎
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