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White House: Shutdown Cause of Non-Release of October Jobs, Inflation Data
Economy // November 12, 2025

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has apparently led to an unprecedented gap in economic data. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

BLS Reschedules Consumer Spending Report Without Explanation
Consumer Insights // September 21, 2025

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is postponing its annual consumer spending report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Shift to Gig Economy Evident as Labor Market Cools With Muted Wage Gains
Economy // March 07, 2025

Even before the pandemic, PYMNTS noted that 32% of workers participated in the gig economy in some way, either to supplement their incomes, or to cobble together revenue streams that represented their primary ways of paying their way through life. Get the Full Story Complete...

Job Growth Slows but Remains Healthy
Economy // February 07, 2025

Job growth slowed in January while remaining “solid” and “healthy,” analysts said Friday (Feb. 7). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumers Eye Job Changes as Labor Market Shows Strength

December 06, 2024
It’s a natural reflex, part of human nature: When the pressure’s on, we look to a solution. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree […]

Inflation’s Still With Us as Food and Shelter Were Pricier in January 

February 13, 2024
The latest data from the government on consumer prices indicates a bit of weary truth: Inflation’s settled in, seemingly for the long haul. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Amid Job Numbers Blowout, Gig Economy Thrives

February 04, 2019
On Friday (Feb. 1), the government reported job numbers that blew away expectations. Data from the BLS and ADP, triangulated against the PYMNTS/Hyperwallet Gig Economy Index, showed that as full-time...

Quick Reads
BLS to Release September Employment Data on Nov. 20

November 14, 2025
September employment data that was delayed by the government shutdown is set to be released next week, but October data may never be released. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

White House: Shutdown Cause of Non-Release of October Jobs, Inflation Data

November 12, 2025
The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has apparently led to an unprecedented gap in economic data. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

BLS Reschedules Consumer Spending Report Without Explanation

September 21, 2025
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is postponing its annual consumer spending report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Job Growth Slows but Remains Healthy

February 07, 2025
Job growth slowed in January while remaining “solid” and “healthy,” analysts said Friday (Feb. 7). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...