Feb. 15, 2026
Pennsylvania Layoffs Rise: State 3rd Highest in US for Job Cuts in 2026
Despite national job growth, thousands of Pennsylvania workers face layoffs in 2026 as the state ranks 3rd nationally for job cuts.
Feb. 14, 2026
Mortgage Delinquency Rates Surge for Lower-Income Households
Echoes of the 2008 housing crisis emerge as financial distress deepens for households in lower-income areas
Feb. 13, 2026
US Jobless Claims Fall to 227,000 Last Week
Remaining at recent healthy levels, according to Labor Department data
Feb. 13, 2026
World Bank Report: Youth Face 50% Earnings Cut Due to Skill Gaps
New data shows deficits in health, education, and workforce skills costing low- and middle-income countries over half their future labor earnings.
Feb. 13, 2026
New York Releases 2026 Unemployment Insurance Tax Rates
Rates range from 1.7% to 9.5% for experienced employers, 4.1% for new employers
Feb. 12, 2026
Unpaid Student Loans Drag Down Credit Scores
Millions of borrowers are defaulting or delinquent on student loan payments, impacting their ability to make major purchases.
Feb. 12, 2026
US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall Less Than Expected
Disruptions from winter storms linger, impacting labor market recovery
Feb. 12, 2026
US jobless claims fall to 227,000 last week
Unemployment benefit applications remain at healthy levels despite some high-profile layoffs
Feb. 12, 2026
Middle-Class Americans Sell Plasma to Make Ends Meet
Plasma centers see surge in middle-class donors as affordability crisis deepens
Feb. 11, 2026
Trump Touts Strong Jobs Numbers, Calls for Lower Borrowing Costs
Former president says US should pay much less on its debt obligations
Feb. 11, 2026
January Job Gains Stronger Than 2025, But Concerns Remain
Labor market recovery still uneven, with questions about sustainability of growth
Feb. 11, 2026
US Job Growth Accelerates in January, Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.3%
Nonfarm payrolls increased by 130,000 jobs last month, exceeding economists' forecasts.
Feb. 11, 2026
Dr. Oz Pushes for Delaying Retirement to Boost Economy
Critics argue economic output isn't the only value to consider when encouraging longer work lives.
Feb. 11, 2026
Surge of 130,000 US Hires Last Month Contrasts with 2025 Job Cuts
Government revisions cut 2024-2025 U.S. payrolls by hundreds of thousands, but January saw strong job gains in healthcare and manufacturing.
Feb. 11, 2026
US Hiring Surges in January, Contrasting with Prior Job Cuts
Unemployment rate falls to 4.3% as employers add 130,000 jobs, but past years revised down
Feb. 11, 2026
U.S. Job Market Lags Despite Booming Economy
Economists puzzled by disconnect between strong GDP growth and weak hiring numbers
Feb. 11, 2026
Asia-Pacific Markets Open Mixed After Strong U.S. Jobs Data
Stronger-than-expected January payrolls report dampens expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Feb. 11, 2026
Illinois Unemployment 1099-G Tax Forms Now Available
IDES says forms for 2025 benefits can be accessed online or by mail.
Feb. 11, 2026
Santa Fe County Living Wage Rising to $15.40
New minimum wage takes effect on March 1 for non-tipped and tipped workers.
