Spatial transcriptomics is revolutionizing the way researchers map gene expression in tumor and brain samples, providing insights that could change disease treatment. This and more in this week’s update. … READ MORE >
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Distortions in the October U.S. jobs report mask underlying strength
We would urge investors, firm managers and policymakers not to overinterpret the temporary factors driving the top-line decline and to expect a similar dynamic in the November jobs estimate. … READ MORE >
Strong gains in Income and spending boost economic growth in September
American households are well positioned to keep spending at a 3% to 3.5% pace as inflation moves back to 2% and real wages continue to increase. … READ MORE >
Medtech executives discuss regulatory collaboration, AI, strategic funding and more
What’s on the minds of the world’s top medtech executives? … READ MORE >
American economic outperformance continues as GDP expands by 2.8%
The U.S. economy continues to show strength, with full employment, price stability and strong productivity gains. … READ MORE >
Consumer confidence strengthens despite cooling labor demand
Job openings fell to 7.4 million, the fewest since 2021, from 7.86 million, while hirings rose to 5.56 million from 5.4 million according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. … READ MORE >
A nascent dollar bloc: Re-globalization amid U.S.-Chinese tensions
We see a nascent dollar trading bloc forming out of need to protect essential industries. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of October 21, 2024
Each week we highlight five things affecting the life sciences industry. Here’s the latest. … READ MORE >
Business spending on equipment falls in September, but orders pick up
Durable goods orders fell in September for the second month in a row, driven largely by drops in Boeing orders. … READ MORE >
October jobs report will be distorted by hurricane and strike
We expect a top-line gain in total employment of roughly 120,000 jobs, which is approximately 80,000 below what our model would otherwise imply. … READ MORE >