American Dream costs $5.3 million in 2026, up nearly $2 million from 3 years ago: report
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The American Dream costs $5.3 million in 2026, which is up nearly $2 million from…
One Nation super policy could cut retirement savings by $50 billion, according to analysis by Labor
New analysis of One Nation’s superannuation proposal shows the policy could see up to $50 billion diverted from…
Boston Medical Center nurses vote to authorize 3-day strike
Boston Medical Center nurses vote to authorize 3-day strike BOSTON — Nearly 2,000 Boston Medical Center nurses voted…
Wage growth can’t compete with inflation right now
The August jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Friday morning had some bright spots, but wages…
Labor Economy Workers Have Shifted Their Spending
A dollar can only stretch so far. For 60 million Labor Economy workers, each trip to the checkout…
Japan trims economic outlook as elevated oil prices weigh on growth
Japan has lowered its economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year, reflecting expectations that higher oil prices…
Working-class wage gains outpace Iran war inflation, new data show
WASHINGTON — Working-class Americans are faring well financially despite elevated inflation caused by the Iran war — with…
A Smaller Labor Force Means a Smaller Economy
In 2024, the U.S. fertility rate reached a new low of 1.6. Net immigration started declining rapidly that…
Japan’s nominal wages top 3% again in longest streak since 1992
Japanese wages climbed again in May, comfortably outpacing inflation and reinforcing the Bank of Japan’s stance toward raising…
Surging inflation making it harder for Marylanders to make ends meet
Inflation surged last month to the highest rate in more than three years, driving up the costs of…
AI job disruption may be compounded because nearly 75% don’t apply for unemployment benefits
It’s been a tough year for tech workers as the industry has been hit a record number of…
Blue-Collar Wages Rising in Japan Amid Labor Shortage
Labor shortages in some industries are leading to higher wages for blue-collar workers in Japan. Wages in Some…