US 4-week Treasury bill auction bid-cover ratio 2.72 on July 2; prior 2.74.

White House National Economic Council director Hassett said employment data are consistent with strong economic conditions.

Lebanese President Aoun met visiting Syrian transitional foreign minister Shibani in Beirut and said Lebanon seeks bilateral ties with Syria based on cooperation, coordination and non‑interference. Aoun welcomed formation of a high‑level joint committee and endorsed coordination on border security and joint efforts against weapons and drug smuggling and human trafficking as mutually beneficial; he reiterated calls for Israeli forces to withdraw from Lebanese and Syrian territory to support regional stability. Shibani said the visit aims to deepen ties and economic cooperation, denied any Syrian intent to militarily intervene in Lebanon and voiced support for resolving regional issues through dialogue rather than confrontation.