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US employment numbers defy skeptics, still climbing as inflation fears deepen

Business PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer - August 5, 2022 0

Economists say the stronger-than-expected report indicates the U.S. isn't in a recession yet. But other economic factors point to one in the nearby future. ...

US economy shrinks again, but Biden administration says no recession

Business PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer - July 28, 2022 0

The report comes at a critical time, just as the Fed has increased interest rates again by a massive 0.75%. WASHINGTON — The U.S....

Did corporate price gouging fuel inflation? It's not biggest culprit

Business PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer - June 26, 2022 0

Most economists say price gouging is, at most, one of many causes of runaway inflation — and not the primary one. WASHINGTON — Furious...

US adds 400,000+ new jobs for 12 months in a row

Business PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer - May 6, 2022 0

The economy’s hiring gains have been remarkably consistent in the face of the worst inflation in four decades. WASHINGTON — America’s employers added 428,000...

U.S. jobless claims drop seventh straight week to 268,000

Business PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer - November 18, 2021 0

In another pandemic low, the number of Americans applying for unemployment is 1,000 less than the week before. WASHINGTON — The number of Americans...