Government, Business

ADP Survey: US Companies Add 219,000 Jobs in July

WASHINGTON — U.S. businesses added 219,000 jobs in July, a private survey found, a robust total that suggests employers still are able to find the workers they need despite the low unemployment rate.

Christopher Rugaber | Associated Press
August 1, 2018
Government, Business

US Inflation Reaches 2.9% in June, Highest in Six Years

WASHINGTON — Consumer prices rose in June from a year earlier at the fastest pace in more than six years, lifted by more expensive gas, car insurance and higher rent.

Christopher Rugaber | Associated Press
July 12, 2018
Government, Business

Consumer Prices Rise 2.4% From Year Earlier

WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer prices rose 2.4% in March from a year earlier, the fastest annual pace in 12 months.

Christopher Rugaber | Associated Press
April 11, 2018