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.
General News June 24, 2025
Consumer Confidence Dropped More than Expected in June
U.S. consumer confidence unexpectedly declined in June, underscoring lingering anxiety about the potential impacts on the economy and job market from higher U.S. import duties.
Payroll June 9, 2025
20 States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most
The U.S. unemployment rate has remained steady through May, but some states have seen higher adjustments in weekly claims, according to a new WalletHub report.
Payroll June 9, 2025
What’s the Best City to Start a Career in 2025?
According to WalletHub, Georgia’s home to the best place to start a career this year. In fact, Southern cities were all over the personal finance company’s 2025 list.
Payroll June 6, 2025
Initial Jobless Claims Last Week Rise to Highest Level Since October
Initial claims increased by 8,000 to 247,000 in the week ended May 31, a period that included Memorial Day, according to Labor Department data released on June 5.