Dismal Science
  • Home
  • Housing
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Personal Income
  • Trade
  • Employment
Select Page
The U.S. economy tightens as unemployment falls to historic 3.9 percent low

The U.S. economy tightens as unemployment falls to historic 3.9 percent low

by Willa Rubin | May 7, 2018 | Employment

The unemployment rate dipped to 3.9 percent in April, the lowest level since 2000. For a record 91st straight month, the economy added more than 100,000 jobs. They are both signs that the U.S. is nearing full employment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment...

Recent Posts

  • Fewer Kids are Going to College. Here’s Why That’s Bad News for the Economy.
  • Even in states like Texas, the high cost of materials threatens housing affordability
  • The Future of Institutions: Will Hiring Practices at Museums Change Following a Pandemic Disruption?
  • 5 Things To Watch For In April’s CPI Report
  • Weak U.S. Job Growth in April Casts Doubt on Recovery

Categories

  • Employment
  • Featured
  • Housing
  • Manufacturing
  • Personal Income
  • Retail
  • Trade
  • Uncategorized
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Google
  • RSS

Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress