unemployment

Unemployment occurs when a person who is actively searching for employment is unable to find work. Unemployment Insurance is a joint state-federal program that provides cash benefits to eligible workers. The benefits partially replace wages to help unemployed workers meet their financial obligations while looking for work.

Source: usa.gov

Jobless Claims Remain ‘Relatively Subdued’ Despite Businesses’ Tariff Concerns

Jobless Claims Remain ‘Relatively Subdued’ Despite Businesses’ Tariff Concerns
Jobless Claims Remain ‘Relatively Subdued’ Despite Businesses’ Tariff Concerns
April 24, 2025  |  Economy

Businesses may be feeling cautious because of uncertainty around tariffs, but they are generally not laying off workers. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Initial Claims for Unemployment Fall by 9,000 as Labor Market Remains Stable
Initial Claims for Unemployment Fall by 9,000 as Labor Market Remains Stable
April 17, 2025  |  Economy

The number of initial claims for unemployment insurance in the U.S. fell by 9,000 during the week ended Saturday (April 12), signaling a stable labor...

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April 14, 2025  |  Economy

United States consumers’ expectations for inflation over the next 12 months hit the highest level since we emerged from the pandemic. Get the Full Story...

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Jobless Claims Rise by 4,000, Indicating ‘Broadly Healthy’ Labor Market
Jobless Claims Rise by 4,000, Indicating ‘Broadly Healthy’ Labor Market
April 10, 2025  |  Economy

The number of Americans filing initial claims for unemployment insurance rose by 4,000 during the week ended Saturday (April 5), the Department of Labor said...

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Tariffs Pave Rocky Road for Canadian Car Industry
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April 09, 2025  |  Economy

Thousands of Canadian autoworkers have been furloughed amid new tariffs in the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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March Jobs Data May Keep Consumers on Edge as Unemployment Inches Up
March Jobs Data May Keep Consumers on Edge as Unemployment Inches Up
April 04, 2025  |  Economy

The latest jobs report, released Friday (April 4), may prove to be a high-water mark for hiring — reflecting March’s surge before the maelstrom of...

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Government, Technology and Retail Saw the Most Job Cuts in March
Government, Technology and Retail Saw the Most Job Cuts in March
April 03, 2025  |  Economy

Job cuts in government, technology and retail led the way as U.S. employers announced the largest number of cuts in one month since May 2020....

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Spending Pullback May Worsen as Job Openings Decline
Spending Pullback May Worsen as Job Openings Decline
April 02, 2025  |  Economy

There are fewer jobs to be had, and layoffs have inched up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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