International Monetary Fund raises U.S. growth forecast for 2023, leaves global outlook unchanged
The U.S. has seen stronger business investment in the second quarter and resilient consumption growth amid a tight labor market, the IMF said.
Even as job creation surges, Americans still think the economy stinks. Here’s why
Inflation is headed lower in terms of its annual pace but is still far higher than most people can stand.
Hispanic unemployment rate declines in September
The U.S. unemployment rate held steady in September, but ticked down among Hispanic workers, data from the U.S. Labor Department revealed Friday.
Here’s where the jobs are for September 2023 — in one chart
Leisure and hospitality was the strongest sector for job growth in September, while information lost jobs.
Payrolls increased by 336,000 in September, much more than expected
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 170,000 in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
Inflation is ‘always going to be a risk’ with the U.S. economy now fundamentally changed, ADP chief economist says
Inflation is "always going to be a risk" in the U.S. due to structural changes in the labor market, according to Nela Richardson, chief economist...
Here’s what you need to know about the big jobs report Friday
A strong jobs market could equal a weak stock market if current trends hold up.
Happy meal? Steady french fry demand is good news for U.S. economy
The fast food staple has remained popular even as the broader economy has soured.
Private payrolls rose 89,000 in September, much fewer than expected, ADP says
The total was down from an upwardly revised 180,000 in August and below the 160,000 estimate from Dow Jones.