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Yonhapworld1 day ago
South Korea Adds 63,000 Jobs in June, Manufacturing Loses 97,000
Government data showed employment rising to 29.15 million while the unemployment rate held steady at 2.8 percent. Manufacturing posted its 24th straight year-over-year decline.
abcnews.go.comai2 days ago
Over 200 Economists Including 16 Nobel Laureates Release Statement on AI Economic Effects
A statement titled 'We Must Act Now' was released Monday calling for immediate study of transformative AI. It was signed by more than 200 economists including 16 Nobel laureates and the chief economists of OpenAI and Anthropic.
upi.comfinance3 days ago
U.S. Inflation Rises to 4.2% After Iran War, Up From 2.4% in January
Inflation climbed from 2.4% in January to 4.2% last month after energy prices increased during the war in Iran. Economists and Federal Reserve officials say the monetary conditions that produced nearly 9% inflation in 2022 are not present.
etonline.combusiness3 days ago
U.S. Business Applications Rise 17% in First Half of 2026
Census data show 3.1 million Americans filed to start businesses in the first half of 2026, up from 2.6 million in the same period of 2025. The increase comes as employers added 181,000 jobs and amid rising use of side hustles and AI tools.
inman.comfinance3 days ago
U.S. Existing-Home Sales Fell in June While Median Price Hit Record High
Existing-home sales declined 2.4 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million units. The national median sales price rose 1.8 percent to $440,600, an all-time high.
benzinga.comfinance4 days ago
Poll Finds 69% of Americans Support 50% Public Stake in Largest AI Firms
A June survey of 1,690 adults showed majority backing for transferring 50% of AI company stock to a sovereign wealth fund. The results coincide with a proposed Senate bill and estimates of AI-driven job shifts.
ai6 days ago
US Job Titles Mentioning AI Rose to 822 in Q1 2026 After Earlier Declines in AI-Exposed Roles
The number of AI-touched job titles more than tripled from 2022 levels. Non-tech roles now account for 63 percent of those titles.
abcnews.go.comfinance6 days ago
U.S. jobless claims fall to 215,000 in week ending July 4
Applications for unemployment benefits declined by 2,000 from the prior week. The Labor Department reported the figure Thursday.
japantimes.co.jpbusiness9 days ago
Japan Nominal Wages Rise 3.2 Percent in May, Below Forecast and Slower Than April
Japan's nominal wages increased 3.2 percent in May from a year earlier. Average cash earnings for regular employees reached 311,165 yen. Growth marked the longest stretch above 3 percent since 1992.
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forexlive.compolitics10 days ago
Dallas Fed Paper Links Unauthorized Immigration to Higher Home Prices, Rents, and Local Employment
A Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas working paper found that each 1% increase in unauthorized workers relative to a local labor force was associated with a 2.2% rise in home prices and a 1.4% increase in rents. The study covered the period from March 2021 to March 2024.
world11 days ago
Entry-Level Hiring for 20 Most Common U.S. Majors Fell 20% From 2019 Levels, With Health Strongest
Entry-level hiring tied to the 20 most common majors fell 20% from December 2019 levels and 5% from one year earlier. Health fields posted the strongest conditions while engineering majors faced the weakest, with versatility helping social sciences and humanities graduates.
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finance11 days ago
U.S. Full-Time Employment Falls 514,000 in June
Full-time jobs dropped for the third straight month, reaching the lowest level since December 2024. The decline brings the total reduction since January 2025 to 2.24 million positions.
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yna.co.krfinance12 days ago
U.S. jobs data revised down by 710,000 since January 2025
Government employment figures for 14 of the past 17 months have been lowered by a combined 710,000 positions. The two most recent months saw the largest downward adjustment since December.
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finance13 days ago
U.S. Added 57,000 Jobs in June, Half the Expected Total
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a June jobs gain of 57,000, well below forecasts. The leisure and hospitality sector showed a 61,000-job decline despite the World Cup.
finance13 days ago
U.S. Employers Add 57,000 Jobs in June, Unemployment Falls to 4.2%
The Labor Department reported Friday that hiring slowed sharply last month. The unemployment rate declined slightly while May's total was revised lower.
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finance13 days ago
U.S. Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2% in June While Labor Force Shrinks and Payroll Growth Slows
The unemployment rate reached its lowest level in a year while labor force participation dropped to 61.5 percent, the lowest since March 2021. Nonfarm payrolls rose 57,000, missing expectations, with prior months revised lower.
cnbc.comsports13 days ago
U.S. economy adds 57,000 jobs in June as hiring slows
The Labor Department reported 57,000 jobs added in June, down from prior months. Revisions lowered May and April figures, and labor force participation fell to its lowest level since March 2021.
abcnews.go.comfinance13 days ago
U.S. Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2 Percent While Wage Growth Stays Flat
The unemployment rate declined to 4.2 percent in the latest reading. Average hourly earnings showed no change, leaving the Federal Reserve chairman room to focus on inflation.
forbes.comfinance13 days ago
U.S. Employers Announced Plans to Add 10,933 Jobs in June
U.S.-based employers announced plans to add 10,933 jobs in June, a 44 percent decline from May. Year-to-date hiring plans reached 91,405 positions, up 10 percent from the same period last year.
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CoinDeskfinance13 days ago
U.S. employers added 57,000 jobs in June, below forecasts
Nonfarm payrolls rose by 57,000 last month while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.2 percent. Revisions cut prior months by a combined 74,000 positions.
cnbc.comsports13 days ago
US Jobs Rose 57,000 in June While Hospitality Fell 61,000
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 61,000 decline in restaurant, bar and hotel employment for June. Overall US payrolls rose 57,000 while the unemployment rate stood at 4.2 percent. Downward revisions to prior months and analyst forecasts for World Cup gains were also deta…
Newsweekpolitics14 days ago
U.S. Employers Add 57,000 Jobs in June; Unemployment at 4.2%
Nonfarm payrolls rose by 57,000 last month against an expected 115,000. The unemployment rate fell to 4.2 percent while wage growth edged higher.
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finance14 days ago
U.S. employers add 57,000 jobs in June, below forecasts
Nonfarm payrolls rose 57,000 last month while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.2 percent. Average hourly earnings increased 0.3 percent for the month and 3.5 percent over the year.
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cnbc.comfinance14 days ago
U.S. Added 57,000 Jobs in June While Unemployment Fell to 4.2 Percent
Nonfarm payrolls rose less than expected while the unemployment rate fell to 4.2 percent. Revisions to prior months showed slower growth than previously reported.
focustaiwan.twfinance14 days ago
Labor Department to Release June Jobs Report at 8:30 a.m. ET
Forecasters expect U.S. employers added about 110,000 jobs in June with the unemployment rate holding at 4.3 percent. The report follows three months of hiring gains after a February decline.
forbes.comfinance15 days ago
Gold Holds Above $4,000 Despite U.S.-Iran Peace Talks and Strong Jobs Data
@FirstSquawk reported that gold remained above the $4,000 level. Investors evaluated strong U.S.-Iran peace talks while resilient labor market data reinforced expectations for the Fed to maintain higher rates longer.
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axios.comworld15 days ago
Employers Added IVF Coverage During Labor Shortage
U.S. companies expanded in vitro fertilization benefits when hiring was difficult. The same benefits now face pressure as labor markets have eased and birth-rate concerns have grown.
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ansa.itfinance15 days ago
U.S. Consumer Confidence Index Edges Up but Remains Well Below Year-Ago and Pre-Pandemic Levels
The Conference Board reported a modest increase in its consumer confidence measure. Gas prices fell to $3.85 per gallon after earlier spikes tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict.
coindesk.comfinance16 days ago
Kalshi Traders Place Lower Odds Than Consensus on June Jobs Above 100,000
Kalshi traders assign less than 60 percent probability that Thursday's nonfarm payrolls will exceed 100,000 jobs, below the Dow Jones consensus forecast of 118,000. May nonfarm payrolls rose 172,000.
americanbanker.compolitics16 days ago
Federal Reserve Paper Finds Unauthorized Immigration Raised Local Home Prices and Rents While Adding One-for-One to Employment
A Dallas Fed working paper estimates that inflows of unauthorized immigrant workers from 2021 to 2024 raised home prices and rents in affected areas while boosting employment. The preliminary study found no wage declines and noted reduced government transfer payments in high-infl…
marketwatch.comfinance19 days ago
Federal Reserve Officials Remove Forward Guidance From Policy Statement
Officials expressed concern over inflation, particularly in services, and noted signs of improvement in the labor market. They described the removal of forward guidance language as an appropriate step and said they would monitor its effects.
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vulcanpost.comfinance20 days ago
Singapore GRIT Program Places Unemployed Graduates in Temporary Roles, with Some Later Hired Permanently
The government-funded traineeships provide monthly allowances of 1,800 to 2,400 Singapore dollars. Applications dropped 90 percent from the October 2025 launch through February as some graduates found other work.
finance.yahoo.comworld24 days ago
Report Predicts Lowest Teen Summer Employment Since 1948
One analysis forecasts teen hiring this summer will reach its lowest point since federal tracking began in 1948. The outlook comes as students seek seasonal work.
manilatimes.netbusiness27 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.
Washington Examinerpolitics27 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.
finance27 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.
thehindu.comai29 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.
marketwatch.comfinance37 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.mediatechnology37 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.comfinance40 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.comfinance40 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.orgworld41 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.comfinance42 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.comfinance43 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 Newspolitics43 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.ukfinance43 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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Fortunebusiness43 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.
politics45 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.infinance45 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.comworld47 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 Monthlyai48 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 Timesworld48 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.iefinance48 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.comai48 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.
finance49 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.comai49 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.orgworld50 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.comfinance53 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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Newsweekworld53 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.comai53 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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