Headlines discussed at LNWM’s Monday morning briefing:

— U.S. unemployment fell to 6.1%, as job growth in June surpassed expectations, with 288,000 jobs created.

— The U.S. service sector, around 70% of the economy, expanded in June — but at a slightly reduced pace.

— Japan’s money supply reached a record high, due to the government stimulus program to spur growth.

— There’s no clear evidence of collusion to set gold prices, reported Britain’s Financial Conduct Authority.

— General Motors announced 6 new auto recalls, driving the total recalled to 14.8 million so far this year.

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