@Hotdogbun:The world of investing can feel like a roller coaster, but don't worry, as this post seeks to share what you need to know about the latest developments relating prices and jobs as a new investor. Let's break down some of the recent news about jobs, prices, and what the Federal Reserve (or the "Fed") might do next. First, let's talk about jobs. This June, the U.S. added 209,000 jobs, which sounds like a lot, but it was actually fewer than what experts thought would happen. However, it's not all gloomy, as people's hourly earnings didn't change, meaning the money they're making from their jobs remained steady. The overall unemployment rate dropped a bit, but the jobless rates for Black and Hispanic workers did increase, which is concerning. So, what does all this have to do with t