US labor market

US jobless claims drop; imported inflation remains weak

The U.S. labor market appeared to gain momentum in early September as fewer Americans filed for weekly unemployment benefits, but weak inflation pressures may complicate the Federal Reserve`s decision whether to raise interest rates.

Sep 11, 2015, 10:27 AM IST

Dollar ticks up after drop on weak jobs data

The dollar mostly strengthened against other Asia-Pacific currencies.

May 07, 2015, 12:04 PM IST

US payrolls rise solidly, but weak wages steal limelight

US job growth increased briskly in December, but wages unexpectedly fell in a sign the tightening labor market has yet to give much of a boost to workers.

Jan 10, 2015, 00:42 AM IST

US jobless claims rise, but labor market still strengthening

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, but the trend remained consistent with sustained strength in the labor market.

Dec 31, 2014, 20:19 PM IST

Federal Reserve ends bond buying, shows confidence in US recovery

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday ended its monthly bond purchase program and dropped a characterization of US labor market slack as "significant" in a show of confidence in the economy`s prospects.

Oct 30, 2014, 11:38 AM IST

US labor market has yet to fully recover: Yellen

Federal Reserve chief Janet Yellen said on Friday that the US jobs market has not yet fully recovered, but acknowledged that data is sending mixed signals, spurring debate over inflationary pressures.

Aug 22, 2014, 20:33 PM IST

US consumer confidence rises in June

The consumer confidence index rose to 85.2, up from 82.2 the previous month.

Jun 24, 2014, 22:17 PM IST