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Job Growth Slows, Unemployment Falls to 4.0 Percent

Job Growth Slows, Unemployment Falls to 4.0 Percent

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.

 

 

By Dean Baker

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Preview: What to Look for in the December CPI

Preview: What to Look for in the December CPI

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

By Dean Baker

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December 2024 Jobs Preview: What to Expect

December 2024 Jobs Preview: What to Expect

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.

By Dean Baker

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