Jobs and Unemployment

The overall job growth number for February is encouraging, but there are many causes for concern — including the rise in unemployment and the large jump in involuntary part-time employment.

The upcoming report will likely not include the fallout from the DOGE firing sprees, but we could still see a major shift in the labor market.

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.

Discover the power of a full employment economy in providing benefits to workers and marginalized groups. Learn how Biden’s economic performance showcases the positive outcomes of running an economy with low unemployment rates.

Martin Luther King advocated for policies to create jobs for all. The black jobs deficit shows us that there is still considerable work left to do.

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.

Exploring the highlights of the November jobs report: job growth, unemployment rate, and the influence of the Boeing strike and hurricanes.

A comprehensive preview of the November 2024 jobs report. Discover the impact of the Boeing strike and hurricanes on employment trends.