Publications

The January 2025 jobs report shows that the economy added 143,000 jobs in January — slightly less than most analysts had expected. But the overall pictures, writes Dean Baker, remains solid.

Stay up to date with the US job market. Learn about the January jobs report and its impact on unemployment and job numbers.

Learn about the fourth-quarter GDP data and its implications for the United States economy. Explore growth rates and key economic indicators.

Explore the decline in union density in the US. Despite high public approval ratings, union membership rates have reached record lows.

Explore the concept of community-driven relocation and its significance in climate-driven disaster areas. Learn how it differs from managed retreat and its potential impact on at-risk communities.

December CPI Preview: While inflation is mostly under control issues such as rising auto insurance premiums and potential tariff impacts may pose future risks.

Uncover the latest on job growth, unemployment, wage growth, and more in the December Jobs Report review.

The November employment report again gave us a confusing picture, with the establishment survey and household survey going in opposite directions. Gain insight into what this means for the December Jobs Report.

Discover the challenges of affordable housing in major cities and why long waits and federal housing laws are obstacles to finding a home.

While the latest jobs report was impacted by two major hurricanes and the strike at Boeing, the unemployment rate held steady.