U.S. Job Growth Surges in August, Adding 162,000 Payrolls
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that nonfarm payroll employment increased by 162,000 in August, well above the average monthly gain of 31,000...
U.S. Imports Rise as Trade Deficit Widens
The U.S. goods and services trade deficit widened by $17.4 billion, or 24.4%, to $88.6 billion in July, as imports increased while exports declined....
Labor Productivity Gains Continue in Second Quarter
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nonfarm business labor productivity increased 1.4% in the second quarter of 2026, as output rose 1.7%...
Job Openings Hold Steady at 7.3 Million
U.S. job openings were little changed at 7.3 million in July, with the job openings rate holding at 4.4%, according to the U.S. Bureau...
Fed’s Warsh: AI Could Boost Growth and Productivity
Kevin Warsh says the U.S. economy is stronger than it may appear, with solid consumer spending, investment, corporate profits, and a stable labor market. He...
