菲律宾8月失业率回落至3.9% 中新社马尼拉10月8日电 (记者 张兴龙)菲律宾国家统计局8日公布数据显示，该国8月失业率降至3.9%， 较7月回落1.4个百分点，较去年同期亦下降0.1个百分点。 数据显示，菲律宾8月劳动参与率为65.1%，高于7月的60.7%和去年同期的64.8%，显示劳动力市场活跃 度有所增强。菲8月失业人口降至203万，环比减少56万，较去年同期减少4万。 数据显示，服务业是菲律宾吸纳就业最多的产业，8月就业人数达3081万，占总就业人数的61.5%；农 业和工业分别占20.4%和18.1%。 从细分行业看，农业和林业、建筑业以及渔业和水产养殖等行业就业人数同比和环比均有明显增长。 与此同时，菲律宾8月就业质量也有所提升。数据显示，菲8月就业不足率为10.7%，低于上月的14.8% 和去年同期的11.2%。就业不足意味着就业者正在寻求更多工作时间或更好的工作机会。 此外，菲律宾青年失业率明显回落。数据显示，8月该国15岁至24岁群体失业率为11.7%，较7月下降6.4 个百分点，亦低于去年同期的12.0%，反映出青年群体就业状况有所改善。(完) 编辑：张澍楠 来源：中国新闻网 广告等商 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The discussion primarily revolves around the **gold market** and its relationship with **U.S. economic indicators**, particularly focusing on interest rate expectations and inflation trends. Core Insights and Arguments 1. **Gold Price Drivers**: The recent increase in gold prices is primarily driven by heightened expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts due to weaker economic data, particularly non-farm payrolls, and manageable inflation risks [2][3][4]. 2. **Interest Rate Expectations**: The market has largely priced in a rate cut in September, with expectations of 2-3 cuts by the end of the year, potentially lowering the federal funds rate to 3% by the end of 2025 [3][27]. 3. **Employment Market Analysis**: The decline in non-farm payrolls does not necessarily indicate an impending recession; it reflects a complex interplay of factors including economic slowdown, declining labor participation, and increased AI investments [5][10][11]. 4. **Inflation Dynamics**: Oil prices are identified as the primary driver of U.S. inflation, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) expected to decline due to base effects and falling prices in key categories like used cars and rent [15][17][23]. 5. **Geopolitical Factors**: Geopolitical tensions have historically influenced gold prices, but their impact is currently diminishing as the market stabilizes [37]. 6. **Central Bank Gold Purchases**: Central banks, particularly in emerging markets, are expected to continue increasing their gold holdings as part of long-term reserve diversification strategies [31][35]. 7. **ETF Influence**: The relationship between gold prices and ETF holdings is significant; as U.S. Treasury yields decline, ETF purchases of gold are likely to increase, further supporting gold prices [32][42]. 8. **Speculative Indicators**: Speculative long positions in gold can provide some insights into price movements, but their reliability is limited, especially at market peaks [34][36]. Additional Important Insights 1. **Labor Market Trends**: The U.S. labor market is characterized by a "three lows" balance (low hiring, low employment, low unemployment), which is crucial for maintaining economic stability [11][12]. 2. **Future Economic Outlook**: The potential for a global monetary easing environment could benefit both stocks and gold, although stocks may outperform in such scenarios [41]. 3. **Risks to Gold Market**: Potential risks include short-term volatility around the September FOMC meeting and geopolitical developments that could alter central bank purchasing behavior [40][43]. 4. **Long-term Economic Indicators**: The inversion of the nominal GDP and federal funds rate suggests a need for rate cuts to alleviate economic pressures, historically indicating a recession [28]. This comprehensive analysis highlights the interconnectedness of economic indicators, interest rate policies, and gold market dynamics, providing a nuanced understanding of current trends and future expectations.

Core Insights - The labor participation rate for individuals aged 15 and above in Mongolia decreased by 0.3% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, standing at 61.9% [1] Labor Market Overview - The total number of individuals aged 15 and above participating in the labor force is 1.5 million [1] - The employment rate is reported at 95.5%, equating to approximately 1.433 million employed individuals [1] - The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which corresponds to around 67,000 unemployed individuals [1] - The non-labor force population is 38.1%, amounting to approximately 896,800 individuals [1] - The potential labor force is 2.7%, translating to about 24,200 individuals [1]

Employment Data - The unemployment rate in the U.S. rose from 4.117% in June to 4.248% in July 2025, approaching the expected 4.2%[5] - Non-farm payrolls added 73,000 jobs in July, significantly below the expected 104,000, with prior months' data revised down by a total of 258,000 jobs[5][48] - The labor force participation rate decreased from 62.3% to 62.2% in July, with declines across three age groups, except for those aged 55 and above, which saw a 0.1 percentage point increase[7][25] Market Reactions - Following the employment data release, the probability of a rate cut in September rose to 80%, and the likelihood of two or more cuts in 2025 increased to 87%[5][11] - U.S. Treasury yields fell sharply, with the 2-year yield dropping by 25 basis points, while all major stock indices declined, with Nasdaq down 2.2%[5][12] Job Sector Analysis - In the private sector, five industries reported job losses in July, while the government sector saw a decrease of 10,000 jobs; however, private sector jobs increased by 83,000 when excluding government jobs[9][69] - The largest job gains in the private sector were in education and health services (79,000), followed by retail (16,000) and financial activities (15,000)[70] Unemployment Claims - The number of individuals receiving unemployment insurance remained stable at 1.946 million as of July 19, 2025, which is approximately 640,000 higher than the lowest point in mid-2022[10][32] - Initial claims for unemployment benefits rose slightly to 218,000 for the week ending July 26, 2025, with a monthly average of 221,000, down by 20,000 from June[10][36]

Employment Data Summary - In July 2025, the U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 73,000, significantly below the expected 110,000, and the previous value was revised down from 147,000 to 14,000[1][11]. - The unemployment rate in July 2025 was 4.2%, matching expectations but up from the previous 4.1%[1][14]. - Average hourly earnings rose by 3.9% year-on-year, exceeding the expected 3.8% and revised from a previous increase of 3.7%[1][14]. Data Revision Insights - The June non-farm payrolls were revised down by a total of 258,000, with significant downward adjustments in government, leisure, and construction sectors, accounting for 90,000 of the total revision[2][12]. - The downward revision reflects the impact of tariffs on the U.S. economy, indicating a decline in the accuracy of the "birth-death model" used for employment predictions[2][5]. Sector Performance - In July, the financial activities, education, and healthcare sectors added 15,000, 79,000, and 16,000 jobs respectively, showing stability in service sector demand[3][27]. - The goods-producing sector continued to show negative job growth for three consecutive months, indicating weak production intentions among businesses[3][28]. Labor Market Dynamics - The labor force participation rate fell to 62.2% in July, down from 62.3% in June, with a notable decline in employment willingness among younger demographics[4][35]. - The number of unemployed individuals increased by 221,000 in July, contributing to the rise in the U3 unemployment rate to 4.2%[4][35]. Economic Outlook - The Federal Reserve is expected to initiate rate cuts, with market predictions indicating three rate cuts in 2025, starting in September with an 83.4% probability[5][26]. - The overall economic environment remains challenging, with the second quarter GDP growth at 3.0%, driven by a "import rush" effect, but core GDP growth showing signs of decline[5][23].

Group 1 - The average increase in employment over the past three months is only 35,000, marking the weakest hiring pace since the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020 [1] - The labor force participation rate is declining, with the labor force shrinking for the second consecutive month, which is a concerning sign [1] - Despite many individuals exiting the job market, the unemployment rate rose in July, indicating further economic concerns [1] Group 2 - Average hourly earnings increased by 0.3%, slightly up from 0.2% in June, with a year-over-year income growth of 3.9%, outpacing inflation and suggesting an increase in workers' purchasing power [1] - Employment indicators from household surveys showed a contraction in July, further highlighting the challenges in the labor market [1]

Core Insights - Australia's unemployment rate rose to its highest level in three and a half years in June, reaching 4.3%, up from 4.1% in May, indicating a significant shift in the labor market [1] - The net employment change in June was an increase of only 2,000 jobs, which fell short of market expectations of a 20,000 increase, following a decrease of 1,100 jobs in May [1] - Full-time employment saw a notable decline, with a loss of 38,200 positions in June, contributing to the overall rise in the unemployment rate [1] Employment Data - The labor force participation rate increased to 67.1%, suggesting a slight uptick in the number of individuals actively seeking work [1] - After a significant rise in working hours in May, there was a decrease of 0.9% in June, indicating potential volatility in labor demand [1]

Core Viewpoint - The June non-farm payroll data exceeded expectations, indicating a robust job market, but there are mixed signals regarding employment strength and potential economic implications [1][3][14]. Group 1: Non-Farm Employment Data - In June, the U.S. added 147,000 non-farm jobs, surpassing the forecast of 106,000, marking the fourth consecutive month of exceeding expectations [1][14]. - Job growth was concentrated in four sectors: government (+73,000), education and healthcare services (+51,000), leisure and hospitality (+20,000), and construction (+15,000) [1][16]. - The employment diffusion index fell to 49.6%, indicating a low breadth of job growth compared to historical averages [14]. Group 2: Unemployment Rate - The unemployment rate decreased from 4.2% to 4.1%, below the expected 4.3%, with a decline in the labor force participation rate from 62.4% to 62.3% [2][20]. - Youth and female labor force participation saw significant declines, contributing to the drop in the unemployment rate [20][21]. Group 3: Wage Growth - Wage growth was below expectations, with hourly earnings increasing by 0.2% month-over-month, compared to the expected 0.3% [2][26]. - Weekly hours worked decreased from 34.3 to 34.2, leading to a 0.1% decline in weekly earnings, marking the first negative growth this year [2][26]. Group 4: Market Reactions - Following the non-farm report, market expectations for interest rate cuts diminished significantly, with July cut probabilities dropping from 25.3% to 4.7% and September from 91% to 70.7% [2][28]. - U.S. stock indices rose, with the Dow Jones up 0.77%, Nasdaq up 1.02%, and S&P 500 up 0.83%, while the dollar index increased by 0.35% [2][28].

Employment Data - In June, the U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 147,000, significantly exceeding the expected 106,000[3] - The unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, better than the anticipated 4.3%[3] - The labor force participation rate decreased to 62.3%, contributing to the decline in the unemployment rate[3] Employment Sector Performance - Government employment was the primary driver of the high job growth in June, adding 73,000 jobs compared to the previous month's 7,000[4] - Private sector job growth remained weak, with manufacturing jobs decreasing by 7,000 and wholesale trade jobs declining by 6,600[4] - The service sector added 68,000 jobs, but this was a slowdown from previous months[4] Structural Risks - The decrease in the labor force participation rate indicates underlying structural weaknesses in the labor market, despite the positive employment figures[5] - The rising number of unemployed individuals, despite a falling unemployment rate, suggests potential future challenges for the job market[5] - Immigration policies may lead to a continued decline in labor supply, potentially increasing unemployment rates without a corresponding rise in the unemployment rate[5] Market Implications - The strong employment data has raised expectations for interest rate cuts later in the year, with markets now betting on no rate cut in July and one cut each in September and December[5] - However, the long-term outlook for rate cuts has decreased significantly, reflecting increased risks to the U.S. economy[5] - The ongoing inflationary pressures from tariffs may complicate the fulfillment of market expectations for rate cuts[5]

Core Viewpoint - The resilience of the U.S. labor market is increasingly challenged by underlying individual vulnerabilities, as highlighted by the recent non-farm payroll data, which shows a complex picture of employment dynamics [1][3][18]. Group 1: Non-Farm Payroll Data Insights - In June, the U.S. non-farm payroll added 147,000 jobs, exceeding the expected 110,000, with an unemployment rate of 4.12%, better than the anticipated 4.3% [3]. - A significant portion of the job growth came from government employment, particularly in education, which accounted for 27% of the total non-farm increase [4][8]. - The surge in education jobs is attributed to the phased reactivation of the ARP-ESSER funding, which has raised concerns about the sustainability of this growth due to budget constraints [6][8]. Group 2: Employment Trends in Education and Healthcare - The education and healthcare sectors remain the only bright spots in private employment, showing stability since 2020 [9]. - However, there are signs of concern, such as a continuous decline in working hours, approaching the lowest levels seen after the pandemic's onset in early 2020 [11]. Group 3: Youth Unemployment and Labor Participation - The decline in the unemployment rate is partly due to a drop in labor force participation, which has reached its lowest level since January 2023 at 62.3% [14]. - The participation rate among 16-19-year-olds has also fallen to its lowest since 2020, indicating a trend of young unemployed individuals opting to "lie flat" [14][15]. - The decrease in labor participation cannot solely be attributed to the absence of illegal immigrants, as high-skilled labor participation has seen a more significant decline compared to low-skilled labor [15]. Group 4: Divergence in Employment Data - There is a divergence between non-farm payroll data and other labor market indicators, such as the ADP small non-farm employment trends and the rising number of unemployment claims, suggesting a weakening private sector job market [18]. - Despite the seemingly strong non-farm report, the underlying trends indicate increasing challenges for the Federal Reserve, particularly with more young and high-skilled workers withdrawing from the job market [18].