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Dow scores fresh record despite tepid jobs report. Why the rest of 2026 is about workers.

Thursday, July 2, 2026


J.P. Morgan Asset Management strategist said American workers are not getting a raise. The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a fresh record despite a jobs report showing slower-than-expected employment growth. The labor market remained a focus for investors and policymakers heading into the remainder of 2026.

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