Bureau of Labor Statistics

Unemployment Rate Climbs to 8.9 Percent

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - May 8, 2009

Employers slashed fewer jobs in April than they had in six months. more >>

5 Jobs That May Be Your Best Shot at Finding Work

By Liz Wolgemuth - Money & Business - April 23, 2009

At a time when there's no easy job, there are some jobs that are definitely easier than others. more >>

In Recession, Age Discrimination Is More Prominent Than Racism

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - April 13, 2009

As Obama's election shows, racism is out the door. Ageism is sadly here to stay. more >>

What the March Jobs Report Means For You

By Liz Wolgemuth - Money & Business - April 3, 2009

This month's job losses met expectations, but employers are still relentlessly slashing payrolls. more >>

December Jobs Report: What You Need to Know

By Liz Wolgemuth - Money & Business - January 9, 2009

A look at the key points in the most recent employment figures. more >>

How the Best Careers 2009 Were Selected

By Marty Nemko - Money & Business - December 11, 2008

A career is too nuanced to be judged on statistics, we use quantitative and qualitative criteria. more >>

Jobless Claims and the Employment Picture

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - October 30, 2008

What one economist thinks the unemployment filings mean for the future. more >>

How Much Is That College Degree Really Worth?

By Kim Clark - Education - October 30, 2008

A new report estimates—to the dollar—how much a degree boosts your income and other benefits. more >>

Data Points: Unemployment

Opinion - October 7, 2008

The unemployment rate has increased 1.4 percent in the past 12 months. more >>

Job Losses: More of the Same in October

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - October 3, 2008

Even bullish economists expect continued problems in the labor market. more >>

September Jobs Report: What You Need to Know

By Liz Wolgemuth - Money & Business - October 3, 2008

U.S. payrolls continue to shed jobs. September losses were worst since March 2003. more >>

The Feds' Fantasy Statistics

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - April 16, 2008

Feds' economic figures aren't connected to reality. more >>

Pre-Bubble Home Prices?

By Luke Mullins - The Home Front - April 9, 2008

Data on rent suggest that home prices may revert to pre-boom levels. more >>

Studies Should Separate Out Career-Oriented Women

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - April 7, 2008

To avoid negative stereotypes, career-oriented women should be separated from non-career-oriented women. more >>

Behind the Bad News on Jobs

By Kirk Shinkle - Money & Business - April 4, 2008

The economy loses 80,000 more positions in March. more >>

Inflation Takes a Month Off

By Matthew Bandyk - Money & Business - March 14, 2008

The consumer price index shows steady prices in February. more >>

Ouch! Jobs Report Is a Worrisome Sign

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - March 7, 2008

But the low unemployment rate still leaves room for hope that a recession can be avoided. more >>

No Recession Here—Move Along, Please

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - December 7, 2007

Solid jobs and income numbers are more signs that the economy continues to grow. more >>

Job Numbers Show the Economy Can Take a Punch

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - October 5, 2007

Housing and credit problems have slowed, but not stopped, the economic expansion. more >>

The Myth of Stagnant Wages

By James Pethokoukis - Capital Commerce - September 20, 2007

It's a core message found in almost every Democratic presidential stump speech. more >>

Brighter Jobs Picture Lessens Recession Risk