Why are jobs revised and is there a better way?  I think so. It starts with the data.
Why are jobs revised and is there a better way? I think so. It starts with the data.
There are a number of reasons for revisions. it is not an exact science that starts with data collection.
Baker Hughes oil rig count -5 at 410
Baker Hughes oil rig count -5 at 410
Rig count from Baker Hughes for the current week
Interactive Brokers’ Trading Activity Jumps 27% as Client Assets Surge
Interactive Brokers’ Trading Activity Jumps 27% as Client Assets Surge
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Interactive Brokers’ Trading Activity Jumps 27% as Client Assets Surge
Interactive Brokers Group reported a 27% year-on-year increase in daily trading activity in July, alongside sharp gains in client equity, account numbers, and margin lending.
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XRP Holds Above $3 as This Analyst Predicts $15 Rally by September
XRP Holds Above $3 as This Analyst Predicts $15 Rally by September
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XRP Holds Above $3 as This Analyst Predicts $15 Rally by September
XRP dipped below $3 but rebounded. Analyst Zack Rector predicts a $15 rally by September, sparking mixed community reactions.
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USDCAD dips on disappointing US jobs data, tariff concerns linger
USDCAD dips on disappointing US jobs data, tariff concerns linger
USDCAD moves lower as weak US jobs data triggers sharp decline, falling below key levels. Tariff uncertainties may help to keep the downside limited.
CySEC Implements EU Sanctions Rules Impacting CFD Brokers, Establishes National Unit
CySEC Implements EU Sanctions Rules Impacting CFD Brokers, Establishes National Unit
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CySEC Implements EU Sanctions Rules Impacting CFD Brokers, Establishes National Unit
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission has rolled out a new legal framework aimed at enforcing international sanctions more effectively.
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Swiss Pres. Keller:  Government disappointed by US tariffs imposed on country
Swiss Pres. Keller: Government disappointed by US tariffs imposed on country
Swiss Pres. Keller is speaking after US imposed 39% tariff on Swiss imports
FCA to Allow Retail Investors to Gain Access to Crypto ETNs Starting October
FCA to Allow Retail Investors to Gain Access to Crypto ETNs Starting October
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FCA to Allow Retail Investors to Gain Access to Crypto ETNs Starting October
The Financial Conduct Authority will lift its ban on retail access to cryptoasset-backed exchange traded notes on 8 October this year.
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The USD is mixed ahead of the US jobs report. NFP estimated to rise 110K/Unemployment 4.2%
The USD is mixed ahead of the US jobs report. NFP estimated to rise 110K/Unemployment 4.2%
Kickstart the trading day with a technical look at the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD
investingLive European markets wrap: Stocks stumble, dollar steady ahead of US jobs report
investingLive European markets wrap: Stocks stumble, dollar steady ahead of US jobs report
Market news from the European morning session on Aug 1, 2025
Session wrap
Wrap Europe
361,000 New Friends, But Where's the Money? XTB Shares Plunge as Q2 Results Miss Estimates
361,000 New Friends, But Where's the Money? XTB Shares Plunge as Q2 Results Miss Estimates
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361,000 New Friends, But Where's the Money? XTB Shares Plunge as Q2 Results Miss Estimates
XTB shares (WSE: XTB ) tumbled over 6% this morning (Friday) after the Polish fintech broker published preliminary results that disappointed investors, despite setting new records for client acquis...
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Non-farm payrolls to be weaker in July, reinforcing the Fed's stance - BofA
Non-farm payrolls to be weaker in July, reinforcing the Fed's stance - BofA
A preview note from BofA ahead of the main event later today
Exclusive: Ultima Markets Enters the UK, Gains FCA Licence
Exclusive: Ultima Markets Enters the UK, Gains FCA Licence
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Exclusive: Ultima Markets Enters the UK, Gains FCA Licence
Ultima Markets has secured authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to offer contracts for differences (CFDs) to traders in the United Kingdom, FinanceMagnates.
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Following CySEC Approval, WeTrade Changes Domain and Launches MT5
Following CySEC Approval, WeTrade Changes Domain and Launches MT5
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Following CySEC Approval, WeTrade Changes Domain and Launches MT5
WeTrade launches MT5, changes domain after CySEC license; also holds licenses in Seychelles, Cyprus, and other jurisdictions.
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What is the distribution of forecasts for the US NFP?
What is the distribution of forecasts for the US NFP?
Knowing the range of expectations is important, but the distribution of forecasts is another key input in the market's reaction
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Eurozone July preliminary CPI +2.0% vs +1.9% y/y expected
Eurozone July preliminary CPI +2.0% vs +1.9% y/y expected
Latest data released by Eurostat - 1 August 2025
UK July final manufacturing PMI 48.0 vs 48.2 prelim
UK July final manufacturing PMI 48.0 vs 48.2 prelim
Final reading released by S&P Global - 1 August 2025
Switzerland says that 39% tariffs from US do not apply to pharmaceuticals
Switzerland says that 39% tariffs from US do not apply to pharmaceuticals
That's an important clarification to make I would say
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Apple Smashes Q3 Expectations, Stock Pops,  iPhone Sales The Key
Apple Smashes Q3 Expectations, Stock Pops,  iPhone Sales The Key
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Apple Smashes Q3 Expectations, Stock Pops,  iPhone Sales The Key
Apple beats Q3 revenue forecasts as iPhone sales jump 13.5%. Stock rises on stronger-than-expected results, bullish guidance, though it's not roses.
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Eurozone July final manufacturing PMI 49.8 vs 49.8 prelim
Eurozone July final manufacturing PMI 49.8 vs 49.8 prelim
Latest data released by HCOB - 1 August 2025
Germany July final manufacturing PMI 49.1 vs 49.2 prelim
Germany July final manufacturing PMI 49.1 vs 49.2 prelim
Final reading released by HCOB - 1 August 2025
EU trade commissioner Sefcovic says the work continues on trade deal with US
EU trade commissioner Sefcovic says the work continues on trade deal with US
Sefcovic says new US tariffs reflect only the first results of the deal
Politics
France July final manufacturing PMI 48.2 vs 48.4 prelim
France July final manufacturing PMI 48.2 vs 48.4 prelim
Latest data released by HCOB - 1 August 2025
Italy July manufacturing PMI 49.8 vs 49.0 expected
Italy July manufacturing PMI 49.8 vs 49.0 expected
Latest data released by HCOB - 1 August 2025
Spain July manufacturing PMI 51.9 vs 51.5 expected
Spain July manufacturing PMI 51.9 vs 51.5 expected
Latest data released by HCOB - 1 August 2025
A rocky start to the new month for European stocks
A rocky start to the new month for European stocks
The broader market mood is also keeping on the defensive as the US finalises list of reciprocal tariffs
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Gold Futures Technical Analysis Today with tradeCompass at investingLive.com
Gold Futures Technical Analysis Today with tradeCompass at investingLive.com
Bullish above $3,342, and bearish below $3,335.5. See where to take partial profits, according the to professional trading methodology of the tradeCompass
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