- Seasonally Adjusted U3- 4.0% Down from December
- Unadjusted U3- 4.4% Up from December
- Unadjusted U6- 8.2% Up from December
- Labor Force Participation Rate 62.6% Up
- Employment 157.091 million Down from 159.943 million
- Next data release March 7th, 2025
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January 2025 BLS Employment Report
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its employment / unemployment report for January on February 7th, 2025. Employment / Unemployment Seasonally Adjusted U3- 4.0% … [Read More...] about January 2025 BLS Employment Report
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Can We Trust the September Unemployment Numbers?
In a recent article published by The Epoch Times, Jeffrey A. Tucker founder of the Brownstone Institute wrote an article examining the BLS' glowing September 2024 Unemployment report. According to the BLS Unemployment fell significantly in September and the media rejoiced in this report without … [Read More...] about Can We Trust the September Unemployment Numbers?
September Jobs Report
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its employment / unemployment report for September on October 4th, 2024. Employment / Unemployment Seasonally Adjusted U3- 4.1% down from 4.2% in August Unadjusted U3- 3.9% down from 4.4% Unadjusted U6- 7.3% down from 8.0% … [Read More...] about September Jobs Report
Have Wages Kept Up With Inflation?
One of the most important questions regarding your income is whether your wages have kept up with inflation. You might be getting nice yearly raises, but if inflation is growing faster, you are still falling behind. So, in order for your purchasing power to increase or at least stay the same it is … [Read More...] about Have Wages Kept Up With Inflation?
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August 2024 Jobs Report
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its employment / unemployment report for August on September 6th, 2024. Employment / Unemployment … [Read More...] about August 2024 Jobs Report
BLS Erases 800,000 Jobs
On August 21, 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a notice that seems to be taking Social Media by storm. In it the BLS stated that after … [Read More...] about BLS Erases 800,000 Jobs
July Jobs Report Spooks Stock Market
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its employment / unemployment report for July on August 2nd, 2024. Employment / Unemployment … [Read More...] about July Jobs Report Spooks Stock Market
Opportunities You Can Find With a CDL License
Deciding to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) can unlock a variety of career paths in the transportation industry. From long-haul trucking to local … [Read More...] about Opportunities You Can Find With a CDL License
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Why Consumer Sentiment Fell To A Seven-Month Low
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From Layoff to Lift-Off: Starting Your Own Construction Business
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How To Excel As An Electric Vehicle Technician
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May 2024 Employment- Good News is Bad News?
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The American Labor Market: Fact vs. Fiction
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Design Meets Security: Creating Safe and Attractive Commercial Entrances
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Unlocking The Value Of A “Career College” Degree In Today’s Economy
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April Unemployment- Bad News is Good News?
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The Challenges and Triumphs of Working in Emergency Care
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7 Skills You Need When Starting a Roofing Business
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