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thepointsguy.combusiness3 days ago
Bank of America Card Data Shows Lower-Income Spending Rising While Upper-Income Spending Holds Steady
Lower-income households increased spending on goods and services excluding gas in the past week while wealthier households held steady. Oil prices fell from over $113 to $79 a barrel after the U.S. and Iran agreed to end military conflict.
nypost.compolitics3 days ago
U.S.-Iran ceasefire announced as oil prices fall below $80
President Donald Trump announced plans to sign a ceasefire agreement with Iran. Crude oil prices dropped below $80 per barrel for the first time since March following the announcement.
newrepublic.comfinance3 days ago
Laid-Off Tech Workers Start Solo Firms as Job Growth Hits Highest Three-Month Average Since 2024
Two women who lost corporate roles in 2024 started their own firms and report meeting or exceeding revenue targets. Broader data show rising self-employment alongside mixed job-quality findings.
techjuice.pkai5 days ago
College Students Shift Majors Away from AI-Exposed Fields
Enrollment fell in college majors linked to occupations with high AI displacement risk during the 2025-26 academic year. Goldman Sachs analysts measured exposure using occupational data and AI risk scores.
freepressjournal.inworld6 days ago
Employers Added IVF Coverage During Tight Labor Market
U.S. companies expanded in vitro fertilization benefits when hiring was difficult. The same benefits now face pressure as labor market conditions shift and birth rate concerns rise.
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marketwatch.comfinance13 days ago
Survey Finds 48% of Americans Report Worse Finances Than a Year Ago
A New York Fed survey shows the share of households reporting worse finances reached its highest level since January 2023. Consumers also expressed lower expectations for future improvement and rising concern about job security.
therecord.mediatechnology13 days ago
Escorts Charge Up to $6,000 per Hour Targeting AI Industry Clients
A small group of escorts is charging between $3,500 and $6,000 per hour for companionship that includes technical discussions about artificial intelligence. The niche market serves clients working in AI and related technology fields.
thehindu.comfinance16 days ago
U.S. jobs report for May exceeds forecasts while unemployment rate holds steady
The May employment report showed stronger-than-expected job growth. The unemployment rate remained unchanged from the prior month.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance16 days ago
U.S. Employers Add 172,000 Jobs in May, Unemployment Holds at 4.3 Percent
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 172,000 in May while the unemployment rate stayed unchanged at 4.3 percent. Revisions lifted March and April gains by a combined 93,000 jobs. Wage growth continued at a moderate pace.
pbs.orgworld17 days ago
U.S. weekly jobless claims rise to four-month high
Initial jobless claims increased to 240,000 for the week ending May 30. Nonfarm business sector labor productivity fell 0.8 percent in the first quarter after seasonal adjustment.
marketwatch.comfinance17 days ago
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Rise to 225,000 in Latest Week
Initial claims increased 13,000 to 225,000 for the week ending May 30, above the 215,000 estimate. Continuing claims fell 8,000 to 1,777,000 the prior week.
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upi.comfinance18 days ago
U.S. businesses add 122,000 jobs in May, largest gain in 16 months
Private payrolls rose by 122,000 in May, the strongest monthly increase since January 2025. The gain signals a rebound after an extended period of subdued hiring.
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Nbc Newspolitics19 days ago
Inner Mongolia Sheep Farm Receives 1,000+ Applications for $30,000/Year Herding Job
An April advertisement for a two-person sheep-herding position in Inner Mongolia offered 16,000 yuan monthly plus housing and drew widespread interest from urban applicants amid high youth unemployment.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance18 days ago
U.S. Job Openings Rise 731,000 in April to 7.6 Million
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a sharp increase in available positions for April. Hiring declined while layoffs and quits also fell.
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Fortunebusiness19 days ago
U.S. Job Openings Jump to 7.6 Million in April, Highest Since May 2024 and Well Above Forecasts
The Labor Department reported Tuesday that job openings rose from 6.9 million in March, the highest level since May 2024. Layoffs declined while quits and gross hiring also fell.
politics21 days ago
Spain's Economy Grew Faster Than Peers After Pandemic Policies
Spain recorded one of every three new EU jobs created in the past three years and saw disposable income rise faster than in France or Germany. Unemployment, poverty, and inequality reached their lowest levels in nearly two decades. The center-left government maintained power whil…
freepressjournal.infinance21 days ago
U.S. Companies Schedule June Layoffs Following 2025 Job Cuts
Multiple firms filed WARN notices for June 2026 layoffs. The filings come after a 58 percent increase in announced job cuts during 2025 compared with 2024.
nbcnews.comworld23 days ago
Job Posting for Shepherds in China Draws University Graduates
A Chinese job advertisement for shepherds attracted applications from university graduates, highlighting youth unemployment. Reuters reported that 10 percent of applicants held college degrees.
Washington Monthlyai24 days ago
Entry-Level White-Collar Job Postings Decline as AI Tools Expand
Recent college graduates report fewer entry-level openings while overall white-collar employment data shows growth. Unemployment among new graduates has risen and long-term joblessness for degree holders has increased.
Japan Timesworld24 days ago
Humanoids Summit in Tokyo discusses robots as labor gap solution
The two-day Humanoids Summit in Tokyo concluded on Friday with discussions on using humanoid robots to address workforce shortages. Speakers cited declining birth rates in Japan, the United States, and globally as a driver of investment in robotics.
rte.iefinance24 days ago
German Unemployment Falls by 12,000 in May
Seasonally adjusted unemployment in Germany declined 12,000 in May, exceeding forecasts. The unemployment rate eased to 6.3 percent.
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america.cgtn.comai4 days ago
ADP Chief Economist Analyzes AI Effects on Office Tasks
Nela Richardson, ADP chief economist, is leading a project that tracks how AI changes individual work activities rather than entire jobs. The research uses payroll data and job postings to measure task-level shifts across occupations.
finance24 days ago
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Rise to 215,000
Initial claims for unemployment benefits increased to 215,000 for the week ending May 2. Continuing claims also moved higher, reaching 1.786 million.
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financialpost.comai25 days ago
Federal Reserve Official Signals Readiness to Adjust Rates Based on Inflation and Jobs Data
A Federal Reserve official stated the central bank stands prepared to raise interest rates if inflation does not continue to slow. The same official indicated willingness to lower rates if labor market conditions weaken.
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kpbs.orgworld26 days ago
Seasonal Jobs at Summer Camps and Small Businesses Decline This Year
Reports indicate fewer seasonal positions are available at summer camps and small businesses compared with prior years. The reduction affects hiring patterns for temporary roles typically filled during warmer months.
forbes.comfinance29 days ago
Analysis Ranks Ten Six-Figure Jobs by Salary, Growth and Remote Share
An analysis of Indeed's Best Jobs 2026 report ranked roles using median salary, job-posting volume, wage growth, posting growth and remote-work share. Eight of the ten positions are in healthcare.
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Newsweekworld29 days ago
U.S. Unemployment Rate for Generation Z Reaches 8.3 Percent
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an 8.3 percent unemployment rate for Generation Z, double the national average of 4.2 percent. Career coaches and recruiters described strategies for handling repeated rejections during extended job searches.
america.cgtn.comai29 days ago
Indeed Report Projects U.S. Unemployment at 8% by 2040
A report from Indeed Hiring Lab finds that demographic shifts and AI-driven changes in job requirements could create a mismatch between available positions and worker skills. The analysis projects unemployment nearly doubling if employers and workers do not adjust hiring, trainin…
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theyeshivaworld.comfinance4 days ago
Immigration Enforcement Linked to Construction Employment Drop
A National Bureau of Economic Research working paper found employment among likely undocumented immigrants fell 4 percent on average in areas with recent ICE raids. Construction employment for those workers dropped 7.5 percent. Trade groups estimate the industry needs to add 349,…
ai30 days ago
JPMorgan Executive Says AI Will Upskill Workers Instead of Replacing Them
Stephen Parker, co-head of global investment strategy at JPMorgan Private Bank, said companies are using AI to improve employee skills. He cited labor-market data showing software job listings outpacing the broader market.
techcentral.co.zaai30 days ago
AI Linked to Nearly 50,000 Job Cuts and Reduced Hiring in 2026
Companies have announced nearly 50,000 AI-related job cuts so far in 2026, accounting for 17 percent of total announced layoffs. Economists report that AI is also slowing new hiring, particularly for junior and entry-level positions.
Fortunefinance4 days ago
Economist Says Generational Shift Creating Workforce Imbalance
Svenja Gudell, chief economist at Indeed, stated that baby boomers are retiring faster than younger workers can replace them. The shift is affecting multiple industries across the U.S. and other developed countries.
finance.yahoo.comworld30 days ago
Search Interest in Side Hustles Rises Nearly 48 Percent in Early 2026
Global monthly searches for side hustles reached about 60,000 in recent months. PODpartner reported a 48 percent increase over the past quarter based on Google trend data.
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swissinfo.chai31 days ago
Professor Says Companies Use AI Mainly to Cut Jobs for Young Workers
A University of Michigan business professor stated that companies are using artificial intelligence primarily to reduce costs rather than to create new roles. Recent data show higher unemployment among recent college graduates compared with the overall workforce.
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fortune.comfinance31 days ago
Researchers Apply Economist's Theory to Entry-Level Job Automation
A 1962 paper by economist Kenneth Arrow described how workers gain skills through on-the-job experience. Researchers at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta examined how automation of junior roles may affect long-term workforce development.
forbes.comworld31 days ago
Large U.S. Companies Account for Most AI Job Postings
Data from Indeed shows that nearly 90 percent of AI-related job postings come from just 1 percent of companies. Adoption rates reach 49.9 percent among the largest firms and 1.3 percent among the smallest third.
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The Independentpolitics4 days ago
U.S. Unemployment Claims Fall to 209,000 as Oil Prices Rise
New applications for unemployment benefits dropped last week while inflation and energy prices increased. The Labor Department reported the data Thursday amid ongoing Middle East conflict and higher oil costs.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance31 days ago
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall to 209,000 for Week Ending May 16
Applications for unemployment benefits declined last week. The Labor Department reported the figure came in below analyst forecasts.
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realclearpolitics.compolitics4 days ago
H-1B Visa Approvals Reach 406,348 in 2025 as Companies Face New Fee
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services approved 406,348 H-1B visas in 2025. The total marks an increase from 275,317 approvals in 2015. A new $100,000 fee applies to workers outside the United States.
Usa Todayscience32 days ago
Surveys Find Job Stress and Search Frustration Affecting Worker Mental Health
Recent surveys show nearly half of job seekers and more than half of employed workers report negative mental health effects. Labor Department data indicate modest hiring gains in March and April amid sector concentration.
wolfstreet.comai33 days ago
Goldman Sachs Economists Say Labor Market Mismatch Has Fallen Below Pre-Pandemic Level
Goldman Sachs economists reported that the mismatch between workers and available jobs has declined since late 2022 and now sits below its pre-pandemic level. The firm attributes the improvement to AI reducing openings in occupations that already faced labor shortages.
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world33 days ago
Employers Adjust Hiring Strategies for Specialized Roles
Companies in healthcare, skilled trades, logistics and manufacturing continue to face challenges filling positions that require specialized skills. Job postings often receive many applications but few qualified candidates. Employers are expanding their recruiting methods to reach…
ai33 days ago
Goldman Sachs Analyst Notes Limited Signs of Labor Market Shift Since 2019
A Goldman Sachs report finds fewer office jobs in AI-exposed roles and lower recruiting activity in those occupations. The analysis shows the occupation-level mismatch index has fallen below pre-pandemic levels.
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ai33 days ago
Graduates Jeer Speakers Over AI Job Concerns
University of Arizona students interrupted a commencement speech discussing AI. Similar reactions occurred at other universities as recent graduates face a competitive job market.
cnbc.comai34 days ago
AI Tools Reduce Entry-Level Hiring for Recent College Graduates
Companies are using AI to handle tasks once assigned to new graduates, slowing hiring in some professional fields. Unemployment for recent college graduates rose to 5.4 percent in 2025 from a long-term average of 4.5 percent. Research shows the largest drops occurred in AI-expose…
hrw.orgai34 days ago
Economist Says Philippine Call Center Jobs Rose as AI Adoption Grew
Data from the Philippines show call center employment nearly doubled from 2016 to 2025. Apollo chief economist Torsten Slok attributes the increase to lower costs and higher demand.
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rnz.co.nzbusiness34 days ago
Uber Drivers Report Lower Net Pay Over Past Year
Recent passenger reports indicate that Uber drivers are experiencing reduced take-home earnings. Drivers cited the decline despite fewer available drivers following immigration enforcement changes.
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Newsweekworld35 days ago
Traditional Employment Declines as Freelance and Fractional Work Rise
Surveys show growing numbers of U.S. workers and employers shifting toward freelance and fractional roles. Career experts describe changes in job security expectations and hiring practices.
hrw.orgai35 days ago
Philippines Call Center Employment Rose to 2 Million from 2016 to 2025
Call center employment in the Philippines increased each year from 2016 through 2025, reaching 2 million workers. Unemployment in the country fell from 9% in 2021 to about 4% by March 2026.
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Al Jazeeraai35 days agoUpdated
U.S. Job Growth Slows as New College Graduates Enter Tight Labor Market
The U.S. economy added an average of 68,000 jobs per month in 2026 through April, down from prior years. Recent graduates face fewer openings in several sectors amid government funding reductions and AI-related changes.
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america.cgtn.comworld35 days ago
Poll shows U.S. economic views at lowest levels since 2023
A CBS News/YouGov survey of 2,064 adults conducted May 13-15 found three-quarters of Americans say incomes are not keeping up with inflation. Most describe the economy as uncertain and expect a recession or slowdown.
finance35 days ago
Report Finds Higher Unemployment Rate Among Recent College Graduates
A study found that 58 percent of students graduating between 2024 and 2025 remained unemployed after completing their degrees. Earlier generations faced an unemployment rate of 25 percent in the year after graduation.
ecns.cnfinance36 days ago
U.S. Data Shows College Graduates Have Lowest Unemployment Rate
Recent Bureau of Labor Statistics figures indicate that workers aged 25 and over with a bachelor's degree have the lowest unemployment rate among all education groups. The pattern has held since at least 2006.
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U.S. adult population growth slows to 0.4 percent annualized rate in first quarter
The U.S. labor force showed no expansion in the first quarter as the adult population grew at an annualized rate of 0.4 percent. Aging and lower immigration are cited as factors weighing on workforce size.
nypost.comworld36 days ago
Study Finds AI Applicant Systems Favor Resumes Written by Same AI Model
A study of AI-powered applicant tracking systems found they selected resumes generated by their own large language model 23% to 60% more often than human-written resumes. Researchers tested multiple models across 24 occupations and identified the strongest effects in accounting,…
Bloombergai37 days ago
AI-Vulnerable US Occupations Report Heavy Job Losses for Second Year
Several occupations identified as likely to be affected by artificial intelligence experienced significant employment declines in 2025. The losses follow a similar pattern recorded in 2024. Data tracking these trends was published on May 15, 2026.
americanbanker.comfinance38 days ago
Fed Official Says Inflation Shows No Major Second-Round Effects
A Federal Reserve official reported that policymakers are not yet seeing significant second-round effects on inflation. The official cited considerable uncertainty around the energy price outlook and noted the job market has shown signs of stabilization. The comments come as the…
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nationalpost.comfinance38 days ago
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims at 211,000 in Week Ended May 9
Initial claims exceeded forecasts of 205K while continuing claims increased to 1.782 million. The Labor Department also released revisions to the prior week's data for both series.
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hromadske.radioworld38 days ago
US Jobless Claims Rise to 211,000 as Iran War Continues
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits increased by 12,000 to 211,000 for the week ending May 9, the Labor Department reported. The figure remains near historic lows even as the war in Iran has driven oil prices up more than 50 percent and pushed U.S. gasoline t…
johnmenadue.comfinance39 days ago
U.S. Consumer Prices Rose 3.8 Percent Annually in April
Consumer expectations for higher unemployment reached the highest level in 12 months in April while year-over-year inflation climbed to 3.8 percent, exceeding forecasts. Food, shelter, apparel and airline fares drove price increases as real wages declined. The data arrives as the…
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