Tag: bureau_of_labor_statistics
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Private Industry Compensation Averaged $46.89 Hourly in June 2026, BLS Reports
New BLS data reveals private industry compensation averaged $46.89 per hour in June 2026, with wages at $32.82 and benefits at $14.07. State and local government workers also saw detailed compensation figures.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentState Governments Bureau of Labor StatisticsEmployee CompensationPrivate IndustryWagesBenefitsLabor StatisticsJune 2026
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Payroll employment increases by 162,000 in August; unemployment rate unchanged at 4.1%
U.S. nonfarm payrolls grew by 162,000 in August, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1%. Gains were seen in food services and local government education, while the information industry experienced job losses.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEducation EmploymentUnemployment RatePayrollLabor StatisticsFood ServicesInformation IndustryBureau of Labor Statistics
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US Productivity Sees Gains in Q2 2026, Manufacturing Costs Fall
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that nonfarm business productivity increased 1.4% in Q2 2026, while manufacturing productivity rose 2.4% and unit labor costs decreased, signaling varied economic efficiency across sectors.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government ProductivityUnit Labor CostsNonfarm BusinessManufacturingQ2 2026Bureau of Labor Statistics
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U.S. Metro Jobless Rates Decline in Majority of Areas
Jobless rates fell in 241 of 387 U.S. metropolitan areas in July compared to last year, according to the BLS. Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 19 areas, while most saw little change, reflecting varied regional labor market trends.
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U.S. Labor Market Stable in July with Little Change in Openings, Hires
The BLS announced that July saw little change in job openings, hires, and total separations. Job openings held at 7.3 million, with hires and separations both at 5.1 million, reflecting a steady labor market.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and Labor Job OpeningsHiresLabor TurnoverEmploymentBureau of Labor StatisticsJuly
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BLS Releases Latest Economic Data, Announces Upcoming Reports
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released new economic data for the week of August 24-28, 2026, covering employment, wages, and productivity. Upcoming reports on job openings and the employment situation are scheduled for early September.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsEmploymentWagesEconomic DataProductivityLabor Market
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St. Tammany, Licking Counties Lead U.S. in Wage and Employment Growth
New BLS data reveals St. Tammany, LA, saw a 23.4% wage increase, while Licking, OH, led employment growth at 3.6%. The report highlights significant county-level economic changes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and Labor Bureau of Labor StatisticsCounty Employment and WagesSt. Tammany, LALicking, OHWage GrowthEmployment GrowthEconomic Data
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BLS Reports Downward Revision in March 2026 Payroll Employment
The BLS announced preliminary benchmark revisions for March 2026, showing total nonfarm employment revised down by 79,000 and total private employment by 178,000, both a 0.1 percent decrease.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEconomy EmploymentLabor StatisticsBureau of Labor StatisticsPayrollNonfarm employmentPrivate employmentBenchmark revision
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BLS Releases Preliminary Employment Benchmarks for March 2026
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has published preliminary benchmark revisions for state and metropolitan area employment data for March 2026. The average absolute revision across all states and D.C. was 0.4 percent, providing updated employment statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEconomy Bureau of Labor StatisticsEmployment StatisticsBenchmark RevisionsMarch 2026Labor MarketState EmploymentMetropolitan Area
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BLS Publishes Latest Economic Data, Announces Future Reports
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released July 2026 economic data on employment, prices, and wages, alongside insights into youth employment. Upcoming reports will detail leave usage, industry productivity, and labor market projections.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Bureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic DataEmploymentUnemploymentImport PricesProducer PricesLabor Market
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July Jobless Rates Decline in 10 States, Payrolls Largely Stable
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced July's state employment figures, showing unemployment rates fell in 10 states. Nonfarm payroll employment saw minimal change across most of the U.S., with only two states reporting shifts.
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U.S. Import Prices Decline 0.4% in July; Export Prices Fall 1.3%
U.S. import prices fell 0.4% in July due to lower fuel costs, while export prices dropped 1.3%. These monthly declines contrast with year-over-year increases of 5.9% for imports and 8.2% for exports, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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BLS Releases Key July 2026 Economic Data
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has published its latest economic reports for July 2026, detailing consumer prices, unemployment figures, and productivity trends. These releases offer key insights into the nation's economic health.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsEducation Bureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic dataJuly 2026Consumer Price IndexUnemploymentProductivityLabor market
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Producer Price Index Unchanged in July as Services Rise, Goods Fall
The Producer Price Index for final demand held steady in July, with services prices increasing 0.2% and goods prices declining 0.7%. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 4.7% rise over the past 12 months.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal Government Producer Price IndexPPIBureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic DataJulyServicesGoods
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CPI for all items increases 0.1% in July; shelter rises
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers rose 0.1% in July, with a 3.4% increase over the last year. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, climbed 0.2% for the month and 2.5% annually, according to the Bureau of Labor…
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U.S. Real Average Hourly Earnings Decline Slightly in July
Real average hourly earnings for all employees saw a 0.1 percent decrease in July, as average hourly earnings and CPI-U both rose by 0.1 percent. Real average weekly earnings remained unchanged, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Real EarningsHourly EarningsWeekly EarningsCPI-UBureau of Labor StatisticsJuly
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BLS Releases Key Economic Reports for July and Q2 2026
The BLS has issued new economic reports for July and Q2 2026, covering employment, productivity, and job openings. Key findings include 1.0 unemployed person per job opening and increased median weekly earnings, with upcoming CPI and PPI releases.
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US Employment Shows Little Change in July
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported minimal shifts in July's employment landscape. Nonfarm payrolls saw a slight decline of 23,000, while the unemployment rate remained stable at 4.1 percent, with sector-specific changes noted.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEconomyEducation EmploymentUnemployment RatePayrollHealth CareRetail TradeLocal Government EducationBureau of Labor Statistics
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US Productivity Rises 1.4% in Q2 2026
US nonfarm business productivity increased 1.4% in Q2 2026, with unit labor costs up 1.3%. Manufacturing productivity rose 1.9%, while its unit labor costs remained unchanged, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsProductivityUnit Labor CostsNonfarm Business SectorManufacturingQ2 2026
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Job Openings and Separations Stable in June, BLS Reports
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that June saw little change in job openings at 7.4 million and total separations at 5.4 million. Hires also remained stable at 5.3 million, reflecting consistent labor market activity.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Job OpeningsLabor TurnoverHiresSeparationsBureau of Labor StatisticsEmployment
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BLS Releases Latest Economic Data and Upcoming Reports
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released new economic data for June 2026 and Q4 2025, covering employment costs, metropolitan area trends, and business dynamics. Upcoming reports include key labor and inflation figures for August 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation Bureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic DataEmploymentUnemploymentLabor MarketBusiness Employment DynamicsConsumer Price Index
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BLS Releases Latest Economic Data and Announces Upcoming Reports
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its latest economic data for the week of July 27-31, 2026, covering employment costs, metropolitan area job figures, and business dynamics, alongside a preview of upcoming reports.
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Civilian Worker Compensation Rises 0.9% in Q2 2026
Civilian worker compensation costs increased by 0.9 percent from March to June 2026, with total compensation rising 3.4 percent over the year. Wages, salaries, and benefits also saw increases, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics report.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Employment Cost IndexCivilian WorkersCompensationWagesBenefitsBureau of Labor Statistics
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US Private Sector Sees 7.8 Million Job Gains in Q4 2025
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 7.8 million gross job gains and 7.2 million gross job losses in the private sector during Q4 2025. This data highlights dynamic shifts in business employment, with more jobs created than lost.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsJob GainsJob LossesPrivate Sector EmploymentBusiness DynamicsQ4 2025Labor Economics
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Jobless Rates Climb in Nearly Half of U.S. Metro Areas
June data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals jobless rates increased in 184 of 387 metropolitan areas year-over-year. Nonfarm payroll employment grew in only 15 areas, signaling broad employment challenges.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsEmploymentUnemploymentJobless RatesMetropolitan AreasPayroll EmploymentJune
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Releases Latest Economic Data and Publications
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released new economic data for July 20-24, 2026, covering state job openings, unemployment, and weekly earnings. Reports also detail import and producer prices, and labor market trends.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEducationSocial Issues Bureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic DataEmployment StatisticsUnemployment RatesWages and EarningsProducer PricesImport Prices
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BLS Reports Mixed State Employment and Unemployment in June
June's BLS report reveals varied state labor markets. Unemployment rates decreased in eight states and rose in two, with 40 states stable. Nonfarm payroll employment increased in three states and fell in one, remaining unchanged in most others.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEmployment and LaborEconomyFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsEmploymentUnemploymentLabor MarketState DataJunePayroll Jobs
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US Median Weekly Earnings Rise to $1,251 in Q2 2026
Full-time wage and salary workers experienced a 4.6% increase in median weekly earnings to $1,251 in Q2 2026, outperforming inflation, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Bureau of Labor StatisticsWeekly EarningsWage WorkersQ2 2026InflationCPI-U
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BLS Releases June 2026 Economic Data and Employment Figures
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has published its latest economic data for June 2026, detailing U.S. import/export and producer price indexes, real earnings, and consumer prices, alongside employment statistics and job openings.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Bureau of Labor StatisticsEconomic DataEmploymentPrice IndexesReal EarningsJob OpeningsJune 2026
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Census Bureau to Re-release Supplemental Poverty Estimates After BLS Errors
The U.S. Census Bureau will re-release Supplemental Poverty Measure estimates from 2019-2024 due to errors found by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Revised thresholds are now available, with updated SPM data expected before September's annual poverty report.
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