Weekly Claims for Jobless Benefits Jump to a 4-Month High by Reuters Apr 4th 2013 8:37AM The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose to its highest level in four months, suggesting the labor market recovery lost some steam in March.
Service Firms Grew at a Slower Pace in March, Survey Finds by The Associated Press Apr 3rd 2013 12:30PM U.S. service companies expanded in March at a slower pace, dragged down by less growth in new orders and weaker hiring, a new survey shows.
U.S. Employers Create Fewer Jobs Than Expected in March by Reuters Apr 3rd 2013 8:45AM U.S. private employers added 158,000 jobs in March, falling short of analyst expectations, a report by ADP showed Wednesday.
22 States Report Employment Gains in February by The Associated Press Mar 29th 2013 12:05PM Unemployment rates fell in 22 U.S. states in February from January, a sign that hiring gains are benefiting many parts of the country.
Consumer Sentiment Improves Along with Job Market by Reuters Mar 29th 2013 10:22AM U.S. consumer sentiment rose in March from February, as Americans discounted the effects of government budget cuts and instead saw continued healing in the labor market.
Federal Reserve Maintains Stance on Record-Low Interest Rates by The Associated Press Mar 20th 2013 2:21PM The Federal Reserve said it plans to keep its benchmark rate near zero as long as unemployment exceeds 6.5 percent -- a level expected into 2015.
Low-Wage Workers See Little Reason for Optimism, Survey Finds by The Associated Press Mar 20th 2013 9:40AM Low-wage workers, those earning $35,000 or less annually, are generally pessimistic about their finances and career prospects, a new survey finds.
Fed Seen Maintaining Stance on Record Low Interest Rates by The Associated Press Mar 20th 2013 6:20AM The Federal Reserve on Wednesday is expected to maintain its resolve to keep borrowing costs at record lows despite growing signs that the economy is strengthening.
