The country added jobs in November, the 26th consecutive month of gains: 146,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, to be more precise. But employment still has a long way to go before returning to its prerecession level.
Category: November 2012 jobs report
Comparing Recessions and Recoveries
The country added jobs in November, the 26th consecutive month of gains: 146,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, to be more precise. But employment still has a long way to go before returning to its prerecession level.
Little Clarity on the Jobs Front
The two employment surveys seem to disagree again. On balance, the recovery continues, but it could be in jeopardy if Washington acts irresponsibly.
Little Clarity on the Jobs Front
The two employment surveys seem to disagree again. On balance, the recovery continues, but it could be in jeopardy if Washington acts irresponsibly.
Gauging the Storm’s Impact on Hiring
The report for November, due Friday, is expected to show a falloff in job growth because of Hurricane Sandy and perhaps concerns about Washington’s fiscal impasse.
Gauging the Storm’s Impact on Hiring
The report for November, due Friday, is expected to show a falloff in job growth because of Hurricane Sandy and perhaps concerns about Washington’s fiscal impasse.