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Workers are staging more labor actions, thanks in part to the strong job market
Feb 23, 2023
The number of labor actions has increased, as has the number of workers involved.
A U.S. manufacturing boost is causing anxiety abroad
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Jarrett Dang
Feb 20, 2023
The Biden administration's reshoring efforts, aimed largely at cutting dependence on China, dismays allies who seek U.S. investment.
Ukrainian refugees struggle to adapt to a new economic reality
Feb 14, 2023
Russia’s invasion has displaced millions of people. Some are rebuilding their lives and businesses in other countries.
Jobless claims remain historically low amid Fed's efforts to slow wage growth
by
Lily Jamali
Feb 9, 2023
What does this mean for their anti-inflation strategy?
In a "restructuring" economy, which industries gained and lost jobs in 2022
Feb 8, 2023
Here are the industries that saw the biggest job gains and the ones still falling behind.
As the job market cools, "job churn" is leveling off from historic pandemic highs
by
Justin Ho
Feb 1, 2023
The more people switch jobs, the better the odds anybody can find a better one.
Wage growth is slowing down. But is there an upside for workers?
by
Justin Ho
Jan 31, 2023
Wages increased 1% in Q4. Inflation is also slowing. All that could impact whether — and by how much — the Fed hikes interest rates.
For public good, not for profit.
Manufacturing sector shows more signs of cooling
Jan 24, 2023
Monthly data from the Federal Reserve shows a slowdown in shipments, new orders and employment in the sector.
Layoffs are up, first-time jobless claims are down. What gives?
Jan 23, 2023
The job market is still tight, so many who've lost jobs rejoin the workforce fast. Others aren't eager to deal with the unemployment insurance system.
Why your paycheck isn't keeping up with inflation
Jan 16, 2023
The average paycheck lagged behind inflation in 2022, and the higher prices are hitting low-wage workers the hardest.