US stocks today: US stocks rise as softer jobs data calms rate-hike fears
- Posted on July 2, 2026
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US stocks today: US stocks rise as softer jobs data calms rate-hike fears
US markets climbed after June hiring slowed more than expected, easing fears of further Fed tightening. The data pointed to a cooling but resilient labour market, lifting sentiment across sectors while prompting investors to reassess rate outlook and growth expectations.