Payroll September 11, 2025
U.S. Initial Jobless Claims Jump to Highest in Nearly Four Years
Initial claims rose by 27,000 to 263,000 in the week ended Sept. 6, the highest since October 2021, according to Labor Department data released on Sept. 11.
Payroll September 11, 2025
Job Hugging: What It Is and What It Means for Your Money
Are you holding on to your job like it's a life raft because you're scared about the economy? You might be job hugging.
Payroll September 9, 2025
U.S. Payrolls Marked Down a Record 911,000 in Preliminary Estimate
U.S. job growth was far less robust in the year through March than previously reported, adding to mounting pressure on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates.
Payroll September 5, 2025
Weak U.S. Payroll Gain of 22,000 Cements Case for Fed Rate Cut
Job growth cooled notably last month while the unemployment rate rose to the highest since 2021, fanning concerns the labor market may be on the cusp of a more significant deterioration.
Payroll August 15, 2025
U.S. Jobless Claims Edge Lower, While Continuing Claims Remain Elevated
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits edged lower last week, suggesting employers remain reluctant to lay off workers.
Payroll August 6, 2025
Nearly 1 in 2 Workers Plan to Search for a New Job in the Coming Year, Survey Finds
Whether you’re looking for a higher salary, better work-life balance or if you’re just worried about your job security, there’s a few things you can do to prepare for a job hunt.
Payroll August 4, 2025
U.S. Notches Worst 3 Months for Jobs Growth Since Pandemic
Payrolls increased 73,000 in July after the prior two months were revised down by nearly 260,000, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report out Aug. 1.
Payroll July 24, 2025
Jobless Claims Fall for a Sixth Straight Week
Initial claims decreased by 4,000 to 217,000 in the week ended July 19, still the lowest since mid-April.
Payroll July 17, 2025
Initial Jobless Claims Shrink for Fifth Straight Week
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits declined for a fifth week in a row to the lowest level since mid-April, showing a resilient job market.
Payroll July 9, 2025
Why Returning to Your Old Job Could Accelerate Your Career
A business expert points out several compelling reasons why "boomerang hiring"—the practice of returning to work for a former employer—makes sense in today's market conditions.
Payroll June 27, 2025
Recurring Jobless Claims Jump to Highest Level Since November 2021
Recurring applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose to the highest since November 2021, extending a sharp increase over the past 1 1/2 months and signaling more people are staying out of work for longer.
Payroll June 26, 2025
15 States Where a College Degree Will Be Most Important for Landing a Job
By 2031, more than 12.5 million jobs will require at least some form of college education, with roles like accountants, general and operations managers, registered nurses, and software developers among the largest openings.