Debunking the Myth of Stable Jobless Claims Amidst Layoffs

Debunking the Myth of Stable Jobless Claims Amidst Layoffs

In an era where economic statistics are watched closely by policymakers, investors, and the public alike, the discrepancy between reported jobless claims and the reality of the job market situation has become a source of growing concern. Initial jobless claims have...
A New Era of Job Crisis: Quiet Layoffs Happening Nationwide

A New Era of Job Crisis: Quiet Layoffs Happening Nationwide

The economic landscape of the United States has been increasingly volatile, with significant changes affecting the labor market, consumer spending, and the overall financial stability of millions of Americans. This detailed analysis dives into the complexities of...
Nearly Half the U.S. Population is Without a JOB

Nearly Half the U.S. Population is Without a JOB

The employment-population ratio — the number of employed people as a percentage of the U.S. adult population — plunged to 52.8% in May, meaning 47.2% of Americans are jobless. As the induced shutdown tore through the labor market, the share of population employed...
Fed to Stay Full Throttle With Credit Support

Fed to Stay Full Throttle With Credit Support

The Federal Reserve may have stoked one of the strongest corporate debt market rallies in decades, but it’s too soon to declare an all-clear for credit with the economy facing a potentially rocky road ahead. Sure, U.S. investment-grade borrowing costs have retreated...