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economy3 hours ago•3 min saved

ADP: February private payrolls rise 63,000, led by health services and construction

Private employers added 63,000 jobs in February per ADP, topping the downwardly revised 11,000 in January and beating expectations. Hiring was concentrated in education and health services (58,000) and construction (19,000), with most other sectors flat. Wages rose 4.5% for stayers and 6.3% for job switchers, the smallest gap since ADP began tracking the metric. Job gains were strongest at smaller firms, and breadth remained limited ahead of Friday’s Bureau of Labor Statistics payrolls release.

via CNBC|

#adp #economy #health-services

markets12 days ago•4 min saved

Inflation data, AI slump and retail pivot set the mood for Friday trades

Futures are modestly mixed ahead of December’s PCE inflation print and other data, with AI-stock weakness and private-credit liquidity concerns weighing on sentiment; Walmart’s soft guidance contrasts with Amazon’s quarterly revenue lead, while Bath & Body Works expands on Amazon. In California, a housing squeeze pushes more residents to RV living in Silicon Valley, and ADP data show wage gains for job hoppers cooling, though industry differences persist. A potential Supreme Court ruling on tariffs adds another layer of uncertainty for consumers and companies.

via CNBC|

#ai-stocks #inflation-data #markets

economy27 days ago•454 min saved

ADP January payrolls show a tepid 22,000 private-sector gain

ADP's January private-sector payrolls rose just 22,000, far behind economists' 45,000 forecast and December's revised 37,000. Gains were led entirely by education and health services (+74,000), while other sectors weakened—professional and business services shed 57,000 and manufacturing fell 8,000. Wage growth remains solid (4.5% for stayers; 6.4% for job-changers). With the government shutdown delaying the official January jobs report, data for January will be released on February 11, with CPI due February 13, highlighting a cooling labor market despite resilient wages.

via cnn.com|

#adp #economy #jobs

economy1 month ago•36 min saved

Wage gains and lower mortgage rates buoy Main Street economy

New data show wage gains and stronger consumer demand on Main Street: real weekly earnings rose 1.42% in 2025, retail sales climbed 3.3% year-over-year in November, and December existing-home sales rose 5.1% as mortgage rates cooled to about 6.19%. Inflation remains elevated (CPI +0.3% in December, core CPI +0.2%), keeping Fed policy in focus with rate cuts unlikely in the near term. Housing inventories remain tight, but analysts expect more listings in February, signaling a cautiously improving economy amid ongoing headwinds.

via Currently.com|

#economy #housing-market #inflation

business2 months ago•3 min saved

AI's Impact on Jobs: Outperforming, Displacing, and Reshaping the Workforce

Contrary to popular belief, jobs most exposed to AI automation are actually experiencing higher growth and wage increases, with AI enhancing productivity rather than displacing workers. However, young entry-level workers face significant challenges, including reduced job opportunities and layoffs, which may be influenced by broader economic factors rather than AI alone.

via Fortune|

#ai-automation #business #employment-trends

economy2 months ago•3 min saved

America’s Affordability Crisis Deepens Amid Economic Strain

America's affordability crisis worsened as inflation outpaces wage growth, with recent data showing minimal paycheck increases amid a weakening job market, prompting calls for a stronger labor market to improve living standards.

via CNN|

#cost-of-living #economy #federal-reserve

business2 months ago•4 min saved

UK unemployment rises to 5.1%, impacting young workers and graduate prospects

UK unemployment rose to 5.1% in the three months to October, with a significant increase in youth unemployment, amid economic uncertainty and government policy debates on wages and hiring. Wages are still rising but at a slowing pace, and the Bank of England is considering interest rate cuts to stimulate growth while managing inflation. The government has announced initiatives to address youth unemployment, but concerns remain about the impact of recent policies on job creation.

via BBC|

#business #interest-rates #labour-market

economy2 months ago•3 min saved

UK unemployment hits four-year high, impacting young workers and graduates

UK unemployment reached a four-year high of 5.1% in October, signaling a weakening labour market and prompting expectations of an interest rate cut by the Bank of England. Wage growth slowed, and employment fell significantly, especially among young workers, amid economic uncertainty and rising costs for businesses.

via The Guardian|

#economic-outlook #economy #interest-rates

economy3 months ago•2 min saved

US Job Market Shows Signs of Cooling Without Collapse

The US job market in October showed signs of slowing with a slight increase in unemployment and fewer job postings, but overall employment remained stable, indicating a gradual slowdown rather than a collapse.

via Axios|

#economy #employment-slowdown #layoffs

economy5 months ago•5 min saved

US Labor Market Shows Signs of Slowing Amid Data Gaps

The US government shutdown has delayed the official jobs report, but private-sector indicators suggest the labor market is slowing down, with sluggish hiring, limited layoffs, and modest wage gains, potentially prompting the Federal Reserve to consider another interest rate cut.

via Bloomberg.com|

#economy #government-shutdown #interest-rate

politics5 months ago•7 min saved

Fact Check: Trump's Recent Economy Claims

The article fact-checks President Trump's recent claims about the U.S. economy, finding that while some aspects like gasoline prices and mortgage rates have improved, others such as energy costs, grocery prices, and inflation are not as favorable as claimed. Overall, economic indicators show mixed results, with some metrics improving and others remaining problematic, contradicting the president's optimistic assertions.

via CBS News|

#economy #energy-prices #grocery-prices

politics6 months ago•4 min saved

Trump Highlights Economic Gains and Investment Plans for American Workers

President Trump is highlighting his administration's achievements in boosting employment, wages, and economic growth for American workers through job creation, deregulation, trade deals, and workforce development initiatives, positioning himself as a champion of the American labor force.

via The White House (.gov)|

#american-workers #job-creation #politics

economy7 months ago•1 min saved

US Labor Market Shows Signs of Strain Amid Slowing Wage Growth

The article discusses how the poorest workers in the US are being most affected by the slowdown in wage growth, highlighting ongoing economic challenges and income disparities.

via Financial Times|

#economic-slowdown #economy #income-inequality

economy7 months ago•3 min saved

U.S. Economy Faces Mixed Signals in 2025

The article argues that despite the stock market's rise, hard economic data such as GDP, consumer spending, and employment indicators suggest the economy is weakening, with signs of slowing growth, declining wages, and reduced construction activity, indicating a less optimistic outlook.

via Counterpunch|

#consumer-spending #economic-slowdown #economy

economy8 months ago•3 min saved

U.S. Jobs Growth Surprises with 147,000 New Jobs in June

The June US jobs report shows strong headline figures like low unemployment and job gains, but underlying issues such as rising long-term unemployment, manufacturing job declines, reduced work hours, and disparities among demographic groups suggest economic weaknesses, partly linked to Trump's trade policies and ongoing political uncertainties.

via CNN|

#economy #jobs-report #labor-market