Solid Jobs Growth For February, But Shadows Remain Hovering Over The Economy
February’s Jobs Report was relatively positive, but there are still shadows hovering over the economy as we head further into the year.
After Two Solid Months, January Brings A Decidedly Mediocre Jobs Report
January’s Jobs Report was nothing to write home about.
December Jobs Report Makes 2015 Second Best Year For Jobs Growth Since 1999
A strong month for jobs growth in . means 2015 ended on a strong note
Economic Growth Was Slightly Better Over The Summer Than Initially Reported
The economy performed a little better than previously reported over the summer. It’s not great, but it’s probably enough to convince the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates next month.
Strong October Jobs Report Implicates Fed Policy, Role Of The Economy In 2016 Election
A much stronger than expected October Jobs Report suggests that the Federal Reserve is likely to move on interest rates, and raises questions about how economic issues will play out politically in 2016.
Economic Growth Over The Summer Was Quite Sluggish
Gross Domestic Product grew at a sluggish 1.5% in the just-concluded Third Quarter, calling the Federal Reserve’s apparent plan to raise interest rates at some point even further into question.
A Lackluster September Jobs Report
September’s Jobs Report was disappointing to say the least, and calls into question the Federal Reserve’s apparent plan to raise interest rates in the near future.
Second Quarter G.D.P. Revision Shows Strong Growth, But Future Weakness Seems Likely
Today’s revision of Second Quarter G.D.P. growth was good news, but it doesn’t seem likely to last.
Jobs Report Points To An Anemic Economy, So Why Is The Fed Thinking Of Raising Rates?
The July Jobs Report indicates that while the economy is growing, it is not growing very much. This seems to call the Federal Reserve’s interest rate plans into question.
For June, A Jobs Report That Basically Reads As ‘Meh’
The June Jobs Report was okay, but it certainly doesn’t inspire much confidence.
Jobs Growth Bounces Back In April, But Weakness Remains
The jobs market bounced back in April, but that’s about all we can say.
February Jobs Report Stronger Than Expected
February’s jobs report came in stronger than analysts expected, but wage growth remains stubbornly stagnant.
Strong December Jobs Report Caps Off The Best Year For Jobs Growth Since 1999
December’s jobs growth numbers were very good, but the numbers below the headlines show that there’s still work to be done.
Supreme Court: Amazon Employees Don’t Have To Be Paid To Wait In Line To Leave Work
The Court holds that Federal Law does not require employees to be paid for the time waiting to get through mandatory security screening.
A Strong Jobs Report To Go With A Strong Economy
Strong jobs growth in November means that 2014 is already the best year for jobs growth since 1999.
Should Lawmaking Be Left to Congress?
Should the Legislature take back legislating from the Executive?
September Jobs Report Bounces Back From August Doldrums
After a disappointing August, the jobs report for September showed the same good numbers we’ve seen for much of 2014.
August Jobs Report Disappoints
After several months of good news, the August Jobs Report was quite a disappointment.
July Jobs Report Not A Home Run, But Still Pretty Good
While not as big as previous months, the July Jobs Report was still mostly good news.
June Jobs Report: Good News For The Start Of A Holiday Weekend
The June Jobs Report is basically good news.
A Mostly Good Jobs Report, And A Milestone Finally Passed (Sort Of)
The May Jobs Report was fairly good, and it marks the end of a jobs recession that started six years ago. But things aren’t entirely rosy.
The Economy Actually Shrank In The First Quarter Of 2014
In no small part because of a brutal winter, the economy shrank in the first three months of the year.
Yes, College Is Worth It (If You Graduate)
While it’s been much derided in recent years, there’s a definite economic benefit to obtaining a college degree,
Initial Fourth Quarter GDP Report Sends Mixed Signals
Some good news, but also plenty of reason to worry about the future.
December Jobs Report Comes In Way Off Estimates, 300,000+ Leave Labor Force
A surprisingly disappointing jobs report for December.
November Jobs Report Stronger Than Expected
Some good numbers for November in the Jobs report, but questions about the future remain.
Revised GDP Figures Show Strong Growth, Until You Look At The Details
3.6% GDP growth in the 3rd Quarter, but the devil is in the details.
Employment Numbers Rigged Prior To 2012 Election? The Evidence Doesn’t Show It
Was the Jobs Report released one month before Election Day 2012 rigged? Despite a new report, there’s no evidence to suggest that it was.
October Jobs Report Stronger Than Expected
A better than expected jobs report in October, but one that comes with a few caveats.
Economy Grows At Good, But Far From Great, Rate In 3rd Quarter
A good initial GDP report for the 3rd Quarter, but hardly something to write home about.
Harry Reid To Make Another Attempt At Filibuster Reform?
Harry Reid is supposedly making another run at filibuster reform.
June Jobs Report Positive, But Not Spectacular
June’s Jobs Report was healthy, but the economy still needs to do better.
The May Jobs Report: Steady, But Nothing To Write Home About
The jobs news in May was good, but far from great.
AP: Administration Officials Using Secret Email Addresses
Several top Administration officials have secret email addresses, the Associated Press reports.
The Youth Unemployment Problem
Large numbers of younger workers are having trouble finding work in many parts of the developed world.
February Jobs Report Mostly Positive, But Long Term Problems Remain
A somewhat good jobs report for February, but still no sign that the jobs recession is ending any time soon.
