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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade

Global stock markets fluctuate as oil prices rise and U.S. employment data impacts investor outlook

Global stock markets showed mixed results on Monday following U.S. job market reports that indicated a loss of 23,000 jobs last month. Oil prices increased amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, while investors prepare for upcoming U.S. inflation data.

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Why It Matters

Changes in global stock indices, oil prices, and U.S. employment figures directly influence investment portfolios, borrowing costs, and the overall economic outlook for residents and businesses.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. economy unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs last month.
  • Employment figures for May and June were revised downward by a combined 103,000 jobs.
  • U.S. inflation for July is forecast at 3.4%, slightly down from 3.5% in June.
  • Brent crude oil rose 0.8% to $84.23 per barrel; U.S. benchmark crude rose 0.7% to $78.72 per barrel.
  • The Nikkei 225 in Tokyo rose 2.1% to 66,970.22.
  • The S&P 500 reached a new all-time high of 7,757.64 on Friday.
  • The Nasdaq composite rose 1.3% to 26,690.62.
  • The U.S. dollar rose to 158.72 Japanese yen.
  • The euro fell to $1.15617.

Who's Mentioned

personBas van Geffen“Senior macro strategist for Rabobank.”otherS&P 500“U.S. stock market index.”organizationFederal Reserve“Central bank whose interest rate decisions are influenced by inflation and jobs ”otherNikkei 225“Japanese stock market index.”otherDow Jones Industrial Average“U.S. stock market index.”personDonald Trump“U.S. President mentioned in relation to a Gaza deal proposal.”