Archive for the ‘Labor’ Category

Jobs: A November Surprise?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2007

The ADP November employment survey showed surprising job growth. If federal payroll data do the same, the Fed may not feel the need for a bigger rate cut

Original post by AnthonyK

Jobs: A Big October Surprise

Friday, November 2nd, 2007

Nonfarm payrolls surged 166,000 in October, nearly double economists’ median estimate, as the construction industry outperformed expectations

Original post by AnthonyK

Is the Credit Crunch Weighing on Jobs?

Thursday, October 18th, 2007

Despite an uptick in the Oct. 18 initial jobless claims report, signs still suggest a tighter labor market than many would expect

Original post by AnthonyK

Stressed Out on Wall Street

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

Today’s investing professionals have a modern set of coping strategies, including prescription drugs, wellness programs, and the long view

Original post by AnthonyK

Jobs: A September Shocker

Friday, October 5th, 2007

Solid payroll growth and a reversal of the previous month’s decline eased worries about an economic slowdown. But rising wages may signal inflation headaches

Original post by AnthonyK

Why a UAW Deal Could Power Auto Stocks

Friday, September 14th, 2007

S&P believes the contract should reduce labor costs and boost profits of automakers over the deal’s expected four-year life

Original post by AnthonyK

GDP Strong, But Jobs Data Spark Worry

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

While the economy remained on a steady track in the second quarter, the rise in first-time unemployment filings signals weaker job growth in August

Original post by AnthonyK

Subprime City Confidential: Aug. 22, 2007

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2007

Lehman′s large layoff. HSBC′s Hoosier heave-ho. Accredited’s acute axing. The return of jumbo? And more

Original post by AnthonyK

The Lowdown on Higher Prices

Monday, August 6th, 2007

With energy and labor expenses climbing, companies are passing along costs to consumers. Here’s how players in key industries are handling the hikes

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Soft July Job Numbers Won’t Sway Fed

Friday, August 3rd, 2007

Still, the Aug. 7 statement is likely to acknowledge continued housing woes as well as increased volatility in the markets

Original post by AnthonyK