Economic Data news and trends

Labor Department Inspector General to Review Economic Data Collection and Reporting
Economy // September 10, 2025

The Labor Department’s Office of the Inspector General said Wednesday (Sept. 10) that it has begun a review of the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ “challenges” in collecting and reporting economic data.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Chainlink Partners Commerce Department to Bring Data to Blockchain
Blockchain // August 28, 2025

Chainlink has teamed with the U.S. Department of Commerce to bring government macroeconomic data on-chain. 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,...

Business Inventories Rose in January Amid Expected Slowdown in Sales
Economy // March 17, 2025

Business inventories increased in January, ending the month 0.3% higher than a month earlier and 2.3% higher than a year earlier. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Jobless Claims Decline by 2,000 as Labor Market Remains Resilient
Economy // March 13, 2025

Jobless claims were little changed last week, dropping by 2,000, with analysts saying the labor market remains resilient. 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...

Interviews & Exclusives
Grocery and Shelter Costs Rise in November, Straining Consumer Budgets

December 11, 2024
The key takeaway from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) released Wednesday (Dec. 11) is that the pace of inflation pace quickened in November, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins […]

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...

Real-Time Data Helps CEOs Manage Economic Uncertainty

April 05, 2023
Market shifts and macro turmoil have savvy CFOs examining internal processes to ensure sustainable growth. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Quick Reads
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 enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you […]

Labor Department Inspector General to Review Economic Data Collection and Reporting

September 10, 2025
The Labor Department’s Office of the Inspector General said Wednesday (Sept. 10) that it has begun a review of the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ “challenges” in collecting and reporting economic data.  Get the...

Chainlink Partners Commerce Department to Bring Data to Blockchain

August 28, 2025
Chainlink has teamed with the U.S. Department of Commerce to bring government macroeconomic data on-chain. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Business Inventories Rose in January Amid Expected Slowdown in Sales

March 17, 2025
Business inventories increased in January, ending the month 0.3% higher than a month earlier and 2.3% higher than a year earlier. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...