Private payrolls surged by 296,000 in April, much higher than expected, ADP says
Hiring at private companies unexpectedly swelled in April, countering expectations for a cooling job market ahead, payroll processing firm ADP…
Job openings fell more than expected in March to lowest level in nearly two years
Employment openings pulled back further in March, hitting a nearly two-year low in a sign that the ultra-tight U.S. job…
Lawmakers led by Democrats urge the Fed to halt rate hikes ahead of Wednesday’s announcement
WASHINGTON — A group led by several prominent Democratic lawmakers is calling on the Federal Reserve to halt rate hikes…
Private payrolls rose by 145,000 in March, well below expectations, ADP says
Private sector hiring decelerated in March, flashing another potential sign that U.S. economic growth is heading for a sharp slowdown…
Job openings tumbled below 10 million in February for the first time in nearly two years
Job openings fell below 10 million in February for the first time in nearly two years, in a sign that…
Jobless claims edge up to 198,000, higher than expected
Initial filings for unemployment insurance ticked higher last week but remained generally low in a tight labor market. Jobless claims…
Jobs report shows increase of 517,000 in January, crushing estimates, as unemployment rate hit 53-year low
The employment picture started off 2023 on a stunningly strong note, with nonfarm payrolls posting their biggest gain since July…
Black women are gaining ground in the labor market but still face unique barriers
A decrease in the unemployment rate of Black women is heartening, but labor experts warn that the trend shouldn’t create…
Private payrolls rose by 242,000 in February, better than expected, ADP says
Companies added jobs at a brisk pace in February as the U.S. labor market kept humming, payroll services firm ADP…
Job openings declined in January but still far outnumber available workers
Job openings declined slightly in January but still far outnumber available workers as the labor picture remains tight, according to…
