The Latest Breaking News from Unemployment

American consumers are seriously depressed, even as key economic data looks solid. A surprisingly deep gloom now dominates U.S. households, even as unemployment, inflation and wage trends suggest households should feel stronger than they have in years.

There are several predictable cycles in Australian public opinion, and one of them is the moral panic surrounding immigration.

Full Fact takes a look at claims about tax thresholds, NHS appointments, unemployment and house building.

The Office for Budget Responsibility also pointed to a worsening short-term picture for inflation and unemployment.

The unemployment rate has been below 4.5% for 47 consecutive months, nearly four years.

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits declined last week in a sign that layoffs remain low, even as several high-profile companies have announced job cuts

Leaked forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) predict higher inflation and unemployment for the UK in 2025 and 2026 than previously expected. The OBR also indicated that economic growth will be weaker from 2026 until the end of the current Labour government, with the tax burden continuing to…

It came as the UK’s official forecaster also reported that economic growth will be weaker than expected from 2026.

Parents, carers, and people with disabilities stand to benefit most from more flexible work options, according to a new UK parliament report, as unemployment is rising in the UK.