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Rattled Stocks? Rising Oil and Weak Jobs Report | S3 E126 | 03-06-26
Markets faced another wave of volatility today as a weak February jobs report collided with rising geopolitical tensions and surging energy prices.
In this episode of Markets with Megan, Verdence CIO Megan Horneman breaks down the latest labor market data showing the U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%. Although the report raised concerns about labor market softness, several temporary disruptions — including severe weather, healthcare labor strikes, and ongoing federal job reductions — may have distorted the headline numbers.
At the same time…
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