The Latest Breaking News from the Labor Department

US jobs growth undershoots expectations with 60,000 fewer jobs added than expected

Friday's update is the final official jobs snapshot prior to Nov. 3 elections that will reveal whether Trump's Republicans can preserve their full command of Congress

The Independent UK · 1h ago

US stocks: US market rebounds to close higher as surging Treasury yields recede

US stocks recovered from earlier losses, with the S&P 500 bouncing back after a global bond selloff. The Labor Department reported a dip in weekly initial jobless claims, indicating a solid labor market. Oil prices surged, raising inflation concerns as Brent crude settled significantly higher. Technology shares also showed strength,…

The Economic Times · 18h ago

U.S. unemployment claims dip to 197,000, lowest since mid-July

The number of people applying for U.S. unemployment benefits dipped last week to the lowest level since mid-July as layoffs remain low and and most American workers enjoy job security

The Independent UK · Oct 1

US job market rebounds as employers add 162,000 jobs and unemployment rate holds steady

The jobs report, released Friday by the Labor Department, may offer a welcome signal for President Donald Trump just two months prior to midterm elections

The Independent UK · Sep 4

Unemployment claims tick up to 206,000 but remain at historically low levels

More Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs are still rare and jobless claims remain at historically low levels

The Independent UK · Sep 3

U.S. job openings rise slightly to 7.3 million as labor market remains sturdy despite higher costs

Employers posted slightly more job openings in July but as the American labor market remained sturdy in the face of higher costs that are squeezing household budgets

The Independent UK · Sep 1

The number of Americans applying for jobless aid slips to 203,000 as layoffs remain low

Jobless claims in the United States have fallen to historic lows. Layoffs are rare, and most Americans currently enjoy job security. The economy and job market show resilience despite high gasoline prices. Fewer people are competing for jobs due to immigration policies and retirements.

The Economic Times · Aug 27

US jobless claims slip to 203,000 as layoffs remain low

The U.S. economy and job market have proved resilient in the face of high gasoline prices caused by the fighting with Iran

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Judge Dismisses Navy Engineer's Rape Lawsuit, Says Alleged Assault by Captain Was Work Injury

A Navy engineer's lawsuit over an alleged rape aboard a military ship was dismissed after the Labor Department determined her claim fell under federal workers' compensation law, raising concerns about the system's handling of such cases.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

Labor Department Clears $16.2 Million Property Sale Involving Hawai‘i Pacific Health Retirement Plan

The U.S. Department of Labor has granted a federal exemption allowing the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Retirement Plan to sell a Honolulu property to Straub Clinic...

Saving Advice · Aug 24