the economy

Historically low unemployment rate trending down

The US labor market continues to tighten, although job growth in April was 164,000, a little below expectations. The unemployment…

6 years ago

Trump Effect: Nation brimming with positive economic news

"Recent headlines and articles trumpet the good news: President Donald J. Trump’s economic policies are growing the economy, producing record-high…

6 years ago

Trump Effect: Manufacturing sector continued expansion in April

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in April, and the overall economy grew for the 108th consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives…

6 years ago

White House: America is Open for Business

The White House issued a press release Friday highlighting news stories that touted the Trump economy. From the office of…

6 years ago

Softer March job growth numbers do not signal loss of labor market momentum

Employment increased by 103,000 jobs in March after increasing by 326,000 jobs in February. Labor markets remain tight as average…

6 years ago

Mulvaney: “‘MAGAnomics’ is Working and Defying Critics”

The White House released a statement highlighting White House Office of Management and Budget Dirctor Mick Mulvaney's op-ed published at…

6 years ago

Trump’s Leadership on the Economy is Making A Difference For All Americans

The White House released a statement Thursday highlighting the positive effects of President Donald Trump's economic policies. From the office…

6 years ago

Trump Effect: March payroll numbers blow out analysts expectations

Private companies added 241,000 positions with construction and manufacturing leading the way in March according to the newest ADP/Moody's analytics…

6 years ago

Trump Effect: Small and Mid-Size Business Owners See Growth and Higher Employee Pay Ahead

PNC Survey shows optimism running at historic highs in all categories. Half (49 percent) of business leaders anticipating an increase…

6 years ago

White House: The American Economy is Coming Back Strong

The White House issued a statement Tuesday afternoon highlighting the administration's efforts and progress to strengthen the American economy. OPTIMISM…

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Two Million Americans Got Off Food Stamps In Trump’s First Year

  by Michael Bastasch The number of food stamp dependent Americans hit a six-year low in President Donald Trump’s first…

6 years ago

U.S. Labor Market Tightens as Employers Report Sustained Demand for Skilled Workers

Employment Outlook remains optimistic at +18% driven by Leisure & Hospitality (+28%) as the economy picks up and Americans dine…

6 years ago

Conference Board: Strong Job Growth to Continue

The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) sharply increased in February, after increasing in January. The index now stands at…

6 years ago

Study: Offshore energy development will significantly increase jobs, domestic spending, investments and state revenues

According to new economic studies released today, opening the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) to offshore oil and natural gas development…

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Trump Effect: 313,000 new jobs in February blowing out expectations

The American economy added 313,000 jobs, the most in 20 months, according to the Department of Labor. Forecasters had expected…

6 years ago