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- For Turkey, Erdogan Victory Brings More Risky Economic Policy
The Turkish lira has hit a new low, and analysts see few improvements ahead as re-elected President Erdogan pursues unconventional economic policies.
- New World Bank President Ajay Banga Leads at a Pivotal Moment
The incoming president will be under pressure to juggle the global institution’s ambitions to combat climate change and fight poverty.
- U.S. Job Growth Jumps: Live Updates
The labor market continued to show resilience in May, adding many more jobs than expected, despite efforts by the Federal Reserve to cool the economy.
- Why May’s Jobs Data Complicates Inflation Picture for the Fed
Federal Reserve officials are expected to leave rates unchanged at their June 13-14 meeting. Fresh jobs data might make the choice harder.
- Threatened by a Default, Treasuries Retain a Paradoxical Appeal
Treasuries have been threatened by a possible U.S. debt default, yet they remain more attractive than just about everything else, our columnist says.