the unemployment rate ticking up for a fourth straight month to 4.6%. Joining me now, Muhammad Alerian, Alian's chief economic advisor. And Muhammad, the listen, I'm having a little bit of trouble with this jobs report.I don't know about you, just in terms of getting that clear picture of what is really going on. >> So, we should really look through this report. >> Okay.>> There are so many distortions and I think Sher Pal was absolutely right when he said we shouldn't take anything out of it. But if you pu ...

If your checking account is looking a little too healthy, it might not be the flex you think it is. Sure, it feels good to see a big number sitting there, but if most of your money is just hanging out instead of working for you, you could be missing out on easy growth (and better financial security). “Your checking account should be a pit stop, not a parking lot for your money,” said Harold G. Wenger Jr., partner and wealth manager at Kingsview Partners. Be Aware: Fidelity Says This Is a Surprising Risk ...

Here with me now at the Goldman Sachs trading floor in a CNBC exclusive is Goldman's co-head of global markets and banking Ashook Verdon. It's become a little bit of a tradition to do this at the end of the year. >> Yeah, welcome back to the trading floor call.>> Thanks for having us Ashook. So the Hasset view is kind of rhymes with what you what you what you believe will happen in 26 and that is growth can accelerate and we'll we can get back to target. >> Absolutely.uh you know maybe for a little bit diff ...

Here with me now at the Goldman Sachs trading floor in a CNBC exclusive is Goldman's co-head of global markets and banking Ashook Verdon. It's become a little bit of a tradition to do this at the end of the year. >> Yeah, welcome back to the trading floor call.>> Thanks for having us Ashook. So the Hasset view is kind of rhymes with what you what you what you believe will happen in 26 and that is growth can accelerate and we'll we can get back to target. >> Absolutely.uh you know maybe for a little bit diff ...

The Republican party is grappling with policies on tariffs and immigration that are fueling inflation, but its emphasis on deregulation will ultimately help stem price increases, Citadel founder Ken Griffin said https://t.co/y1fpOMAYly ...

The trend has been very clear. When Democrats run on affordability, they have been winning. 2026 is a midterm year.Do the Republicans risk losing the American public. So, you know, it's really it's quite ironic to see how the tables are turned, because just 12 months ago, President Trump and the Republicans swept into office on the issue of inflation. And the Democrats have rebranded the problem of inflation as the issue of affordability.And they are now well-poised to return to control the House. And there ...

"My best guess is that mortgage rates will decline slightly, on balance, over the next year," Rossman said.Mortgage rates are influenced much more by how the 10-year Treasury is trading and investor expectations, Rossman said."Mortgage rates are the most interesting —and difficult — to predict," said Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst for Bankrate.com.Going forward, the trend for mortgage rates will depend on activity in the 10-year U.S. Treasury market, which serves as the benchmark for mortgages and oth ...

Economic Outlook - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent forecasts a "bountiful" economy in 2026, with expectations of real affordability relief for families and meaningful progress on prices, wages, and housing [1][2] - Bessent emphasizes that 2025 is a preparatory year, while 2026 is expected to yield significant economic benefits, contingent on the government remaining operational [2] Tax Refunds and Income Growth - Substantial tax refunds for working American households are anticipated in the first quarter, which will lead to increased real incomes and improved job growth [3][6] - Estimated tax refunds of $1,000 to $2,000 are expected to contribute to a productivity boom in 2026, provided political challenges do not hinder progress [6] Inflation and Affordability - Bessent predicts a significant drop in inflation within the first six months of the next year, attributing this to falling rents and lower energy prices [6] - The administration's policies, particularly regarding immigration, are argued to have previously inflated rents, but recent enforcement measures are leading to a decrease in rental costs [6] Economic Growth and Market Performance - The economy is diversifying beyond Big Tech, with positive performance observed in other sectors of the stock market [7] - Bessent asserts that growth does not inherently create inflation; rather, inflation arises from demand exceeding supply, and deregulation policies are enhancing supply across various sectors [8] Future Economic Conditions - The expectation is set for a return to a non-inflationary growth environment where both lower-income households and working Americans benefit, suggesting a favorable year ahead for both Main Street and Wall Street [9]

Employment Data & Economic Outlook - November jobs report indicates employers added 64,000 jobs [1] - The unemployment rate edged up to 46% from 44% [1] - The economy is weaker than desired, based on backward-looking data [3] Federal Reserve & Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve faces a conundrum regarding cutting rates in light of the job numbers [3] - Persistent inflation, partly due to tariffs, complicates the decision to lower interest rates [4] - Lowering interest rates could exacerbate inflation, while increasing them could worsen unemployment [5]

>> PAYROLLS ARE WEEK AND WE THINK THE RISK IS ON THE DOWNSIDE. >> OUR OWN FORECAST HAS THE LABOR MARKET LOOKING RESILIENT. >> THE FED'S MANDATE IS NOT WHAT HEADLINE GDP IS DOING. >> IF THE LABOR MARKET IS WEAK, THE FED IS PRICING MORE THAN JUST CUTTING MORE THAN IS PRICED IN. >> THIS IS BLOOMBERG SURVEILLANCE WITH JONATHAN FERRO, LISA ABRAMOWICZ AND ANNMARIE HORDERN. LISA: WELCOME TO BLOOMBERG SURVEILLANCE AND IT DOES NOT SOUND RIGHT WITH STOCKS STRUGGLING TO HOLD ONTO GAINS WITH TRADERS FOCUSED ON THE DATA ...