Employment figures

Something strange has been happening with jobless claims numbers lately

Calling the state of the U.S. jobs market these days stable seems like an understatement considering the latest data coming…

Job growth zoomed in March as payrolls jumped by 303,000 and unemployment dropped to 3.8%

Job creation in March easily topped expectations in a sign of continued acceleration for what has been a bustling and…

Job gains expected again in March. Here are all the things to look for in Friday’s report

The March nonfarm payrolls count likely will indicate hiring continuing at a solid pace, though some weakening foundations of the…

Private payrolls increased by 184,000 in March, better than expected, ADP says

Private sector job growth expanded in March at its fastest pace since July 2023, indicating continuing buoyance in the U.S.…

U.S. job growth totaled 275,000 in February but unemployment rate rose to 3.9%

Job creation topped expectations in February, but the unemployment rate moved higher and employment growth from the previous two months…

Jobs report Friday is expected to show a slowing but still healthy labor market

Job growth in the U.S. likely decelerated in February while still a long way from stall speed as companies continue…

Layoffs rise to the highest for any February since 2009, Challenger says

Layoff announcements in February hit their highest level for the month since the global financial crisis, according to outplacement firm…

Private payrolls rose by 140,000 in February, less than expected, ADP reports

Private sector job growth improved during February though growth was slightly less than expected, payrolls processing firm ADP reported Wednesday.…

For Black workers, progress in the workplace but still a high hill to climb

Looking at the state of Black employment in America tells a mixed story: Much progress has been made in the…