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Goldman says the economy is rewarding capital ownership over labor — and most Americans don't own enough of it to benefit

The labor share of income has fallen to a record low, the lowest in 80 years. What is going on here, exactly?

Fortune

Social Security COLA Forecast Points to $68 Boost, But Seniors May Still Feel Squeezed in 2027

The Senior Citizens League forecasts a 3.5% Social Security COLA for 2027, which could add $67.90 to the average benefit, but the official rate remains unconfirmed.

International Business Times UK

18% of Long-Tenured Displaced Workers Were Unemployed in January 2026, US Data Show

US Bureau of Labor Statistics data show lower re-employment rates among displaced workers aged 55 to 64, while the figures cannot establish whether Gen X workers were disproportionately affected.

International Business Times UK

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A $2,071 Social Security Check Sounds Livable — Until These 6 Bills Come Out First

A monthly Social Security check of $2,071 may sound workable, particularly for someone entering retirement with a paid-off car, a modest lifestyle, and few debts....

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Labor Day 2026: 35M Latino Workers Power the U.S. Economy as Millions More Vanish From It

Labor Day 2026 arrives with a record 34.9M Latino labor force, rising union roots, and nearly 18M Latino adults pushed out by 2026 immigration enforcement.

Latin Times

'No Wonder They Like Me!!!': Donald Trump Ignored Tanking Polls To Brag About Women's Jobs Data

Despite significant employment gains for women, President Trump's approval ratings among female voters have declined sharply, with many citing economic concerns and personal insults as key issues.

International Business Times UK

As Wall Street shifts expectations towards a Fed rate hike, the White House turns up the pressure on Warsh's central bank

"High interest rates put the U.S.A. at a very unfair disadvantage, and I won’t allow that to happen!" Trump wrote on Truth Social.

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These industries will lead hiring in the next decade, with just one sector accounting for more than a third of all new jobs

The healthcare and social assistance industry, which will expand employment by 2.2 million over the next decade.

Fortune

Little change in European stocks as US equities fall amid strong jobs data

The FTSE 100 index closed down 0.43 of a point at 10,831.09 on Friday, contributing to a 0.4% increase for the week.

Evening Standard

US Jobless Claims Rise to 206,000 as Economists Detail Current 'No-Hire, No-Fire' Labour Stagnation

US jobless claims rose to 206,000 as layoffs stayed low, while revised payroll data showed August hiring strengthened and unemployment remained at 4.1 per cent across the labour market, BLS data show.

International Business Times UK

US added 162,000 jobs in August, with unemployment rate holding steady

Number of new jobs being added has been fluctuating, with private companies adding 38,000 jobs in August

The Guardian - US

Single Americans want potential partners earning at least six figures, according to new study. Millennials set the ‘ideal’ bar at $160,000

They say you can’t put a price on love—but in today’s economy, it might be common sense.

Fortune

Donald Trump Actually Declares 'I Love the Inflation' While Everyday Americans Suffer From High Costs

President Trump sparked controversy by expressing positive sentiments about inflation, despite rising consumer prices and geopolitical tensions affecting the economy.

International Business Times UK

What Does the Average American Over 60 Live on Each Month?

Ask how much the average American over 60 lives on each month, and you’ll hear numbers ranging from $2,000 to $8,000 depending on whether someone...

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American Staffing Association chief economist: The future of work is temporary, and that changes everything about the labor market

Out of more than 300 industries analyzed by BLS, temporary help services has added the second-highest number of jobs in 2026.

The Economic Times

Schengen visa racket: Spain probes BLS over alleged role in €25,000 scheme; company denies wrongdoing

A US federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, ruling it violated immigration law. Visa refusals based solely on the policy were also set aside and must be reconsidered by consular officers.

The Times of India

Pay €25,000 for Schengen visa: Indian company BLS under probe after Spain's Algerian migration crisis

Indian company BLS International has been drawn into a Spanish National Court investigation with links to alleged visa fraud network at Spain’s consulate in Algiers. The allegations have been denied by the firm.

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The $1-Per-Serving Grocery Test: 10 Foods That Still Pass in 2026

A dollar doesn’t buy what it used to at the grocery store, but it can still buy a surprising amount of food if you know where to look. Grocery prices were 2.7% higher in July 2026 than a year earlier, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and USDA expects…

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International Business Times UK

Nearly 850,000 Women Have Left the US Workforce Since January, More Than Double the Number of Men

A new analysis reveals that nearly 850,000 women have left the US labour force since January, highlighting a significant gender disparity as women face longer job searches and sector-specific challenges.

Medical Daily

Health Care Hiring Cooled Sharply in July as Hospital Payrolls Went Flat

Health care added 22,000 jobs in July against a 36,000 monthly average, and hospital payrolls dipped by about 400 positions as clinics grew.

The Free Financial Advisor

July CPI Numbers Retirees Can Use to Test Their 2026 Spending Plan

July CPI numbers offer retirees something more useful than another inflation headline: a chance to give a 2026 spending plan a reality check. The latest Consumer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows overall consumer prices rose 3.4% over the 12 months ending in July, while prices…

The Free Financial Advisor

6 Retirement Expenses That Can Rise Even When Inflation Slows

Inflation can slow without prices actually falling, and that distinction matters enormously in retirement. The latest Consumer Price Index data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows why: overall consumer prices rose 3.5% over the year ending in June 2026, but individual categories moved at very different speeds.

Medical Daily

Your Couch Time May Not Be as Restful as You Think: Harder Leisure Could Feel More Meaningful

New federal data show Americans spend 2.6 hours daily watching TV. Research suggests effortful leisure produces more meaning at no cost to enjoyment.

Latin Times

July's Jobs Report Fell by 23,000 — And Hid a Deeper Story About Who's Leaving the Workforce

U.S. payrolls fell 23,000 in July as Hispanic, teen unemployment dropped — but a shrinking labor force drove the decline, not more hiring.

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6 Part-Time Jobs Retirees Can Explore Before the Holiday Hiring Rush

The weeks before the holiday hiring rush can be a surprisingly good time for retirees to decide whether a little extra work belongs in their...

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