Economy

Here’s where the jobs are for August 2024 — in one chart

The August jobs report came in weaker than expected, and employment growth by different industries showed a mixed bag for…

August payrolls grew by a less-than-expected 142,000, but unemployment rate ticked down to 4.2%

The U.S. economy created slightly fewer jobs than expected in August, reflecting a slowing labor market while also clearing the…

JPMorgan top economist says the Fed should cut rates by a half point this month

The Federal Reserve should cut interest rates by 50 basis points at its September meeting, according to JPMorgan’s Michael Feroli.…

Friday’s jobs report for August is going to be huge. Here’s what to expect

Wall Street is gearing up for one of the most important economic releases of the year Friday, when the Labor…

Watch: Donald Trump delivers remarks at the Economic Club of New York

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August private payrolls rose by 99,000, smallest gain since 2021 and far below estimates, ADP says

Private sector payrolls grew at the weakest pace in more than 3½ years in August, providing yet another sign of…