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Thanksgiving Travel Time Now Extends Beyond the Weekend
Welcome to Thanksgiving week! With more people working from home now, the busiest travel days for Thanksgiving are spreading out more than before. Before, most people would travel on the Wednesday right before Thank...
Real Income Growth Trends: Insights from the JP Morgan Chase Institute's Latest Report
The recent labor market data has led to varying perspectives on real income growth trends, and the topic has received a lot of attention due to its connection to consumer confidence...
Job Market Triumph: NYC Surpasses Pre-COVID Levels, Signaling Revival
Start spreading the news! New York City's job market has made a triumphant comeback from the dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, surpassing pre-pandemic employment levels, according to recent fe...
New Study Reveals Continued Advantage for College Graduates in Job Market
A new study has found that despite concerns over mounting student debt and the increasing availability of alternative credentials, college graduates still hold a significant advantage in the job marke...
December Jobs Report Shakes Up Markets Amid Strong Economic Outlook
The latest jobs report for December 2023 has sparked a mix of reactions in the financial markets, reflecting the ongoing debate about the state of the US economy and the potential impact on monetary policy....
US Job Growth Shows Resilience as Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.7% in November
In a positive development for the US economy, job growth accelerated in November, as the unemployment rate dropped to 3.7%, underscoring the resilience of the labor market. These figures suggest t...
How AI is Changing the Global Labor Market and Skills Needed for Success
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to significantly transform the global labor market. According to Karin Kimbrough, Chief Econo...
Will Media Just Be Quiet About Unemployment Claims?
Last week, news was that unemployment claims were at an all-time low, so please give President Biden a slow clap for doing a fantastic job. The week before that, they were at a record high. Before that? Oh, they wer...
Biden Allows Americans to Refuse Work and Remain on Unemployment Benefits
President Joe Biden made an unexpected move on Friday for job seekers on unemployment benefits. He signed comprehensive executive actions giving more rights to American workers. Workers who take a...