Business

US Probably Added 150,000 Fewer Jobs in Year Through March

The U.S. job market probably was a little less robust in the year through March than previously estimated, government figures showed.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
September 7, 2016
Business

Jobless Claims Increased Less Than Forecast Last Week

Fewer Americans than forecast filed applications for unemployment benefits last week, further evidence of a healthy labor market.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
September 1, 2016
Business

Consumer Confidence Climbs to Highest Level in Nearly a Year

Consumer confidence increased to an almost one-year high in August as Americans became more optimistic about the labor market, according to a report from the New York-based Conference Board on Aug. 30.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
August 30, 2016
Business

Consumer Comfort Jumps to Highest Level Since April 2015

American consumers grew more upbeat last week than at any other time since April 2015, signaling robust spending will continue amid favorable views of the buying climate and household finances, the weekly Bloomberg Consumer Comfort Index showed Aug. 25.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
August 25, 2016
Business

Jobless Claims Decline to Lowest Level in Five Weeks

The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level in five weeks, another sign of endurance in the labor market.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
August 25, 2016
Business

Housing Starts Climb to a Five-Month High in July

U.S. home construction unexpectedly accelerated in July to the fastest pace in five months, indicating the housing industry remains an area of support for the economy.

Patricia Laya | Bloomberg News
August 16, 2016