The Latest Breaking News from Unemployment

Discover the creative truth behind the US economy's recent job gains and steady unemployment rate. Are things really as good as they seem? Dive in to find out!

Three unemployment insurance laws in Arkansas went into effect on January 1, 2024. Together, Acts 106, 196, and 587 reduce maximum unemployment insurance benefits, establish the contribution rate of employers, disqualify an individual from receiving benefits under certain circumstances of refusing a job offer or failing to attend a job…

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Resilient labor market shines as jobless claims in the U.S. drop, indicating fewer layoffs despite high interest rates. Bright spot in uncertain times.

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week as the labor market continues to show resilience despite elevated interest rates

The National Statistical Office (NSO) expressed concern on Wednesday over the high rate of unemployment among new graduates -- now representing the biggest portion of the nation's jobless, according to a survey.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.27% and posted a 2-1/2 week high. Weakness in stocks on Wednesday boosted the liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar also found support from the minutes of the Dec 12-13 FOMC meeting that said policymakers agreed it would be appropriate...

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.68%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.71%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.75%. Stocks this morning are lower, with the S&P 500...

Albanese government would need to couple any increases in unemployment benefits and pensions with savings, experts say