March 20, 2025 United States: US Jobless Claims Hold Steady at Low Level in Solid Job Market Applications for US unemployment benefits were little changed last week at a relatively low level that underscores a resilient labor market. Initial claims increased by 2,000 to 223,000 in the week ended March 15, according to
March 19, 2025 United States: US Mortgage Rates Increase for First Time in Nine Weeks The average US 30-year mortgage rate rose for the first time since early January, causing a pullback in refinancing and tempering purchase activity. The contract rate on a 30-year mortgage climbed 5 basis points to 6.72% in the
The Limners and Bards Limited (LAB) Unaudited financials for the first quarter ended January 31, 2025: The Limners and Bards Limited (LAB) for the first quarter ended January 31, 2025 reported a 30% increase in operating revenue totalling $286.13 million compared to $219.41 million in the corresponding three months last year. Year to date, Cost
March 18, 2025 United States: US Factory Production Rises by Most in a Year on Auto Output US factory output rose by the most in a year as a surge in motor vehicle production led a broader increase that helps ease concern of weakening in manufacturing. Manufacturing output, which accounts for three-fourths of
March 17, 2025 Indies Pharma Jamaica Limited (INDIES) Unaudited financials for the first quarter ended January 31, 2025: Indies Pharma Jamaica Limited (INDIES) for the first quarter ended January 31, 2025, reported a 21% increase in revenue totaling $325.45 million compared to $269.38 million in the corresponding three months last year. Year to date, Cost of
March 17, 2025 United States: US Retail Sales Rise by Less Than Forecast After January Drop US retail sales rose by less than forecast in February and the prior month was revised lower, adding to concerns of a pullback in consumer spending. The value of retail purchases, not adjusted for inflation, increased 0.2%,
