Tech companies had a difficult quarter despite strong demand and central banks raised rates this week. The big money managers that I speak to are like, I do not understand why everyone is so excited. Plus, we'll preview the latest US jobs numbers.
Big Tech companies reported earnings lacklustre yesterday, equities markets ended Thursday higher despite central banks tightening monetary policy, and US job growth is expected to have slowed for the sixth consecutive month.
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