The tide is turning in the American workforce. The Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964, is entering retirement at an unprecedented rate.
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Strong Job Growth in March Raises Inflation Concerns
The US economy defied expectations, adding a robust 303,000 nonfarm jobs in March.
New York hit by 4.8 magnitude earthquake
The shaking lasted for over 30 seconds in New York City, causing temporary closures and delays on subways, bridges, and tunnels.
Fed may hold interest rates for longer than anyone expected
The Federal Reserve’s plans to lower interest rates this year could be put on hold due to a confluence of factors: robust US economic growth, stubbornly high oil prices, and ongoing global uncertainties.
Oil Prices Jump on Ukraine Strikes, Simmering Middle East Tensions
Oil prices continued to climb Thursday, erasing earlier losses and settling at their highest point since October 2023.
The Solar Eclipse of April 8th: North America Prepares for a Once-in-a-Lifetime Spectacle
Excitement is brewing across North America as the continent prepares to witness the highly anticipated solar eclipse of April 8th, 2024.
US jobs growth surge shocks markets
The latest job growth data has smashed past expectations with US employers adding 336,000 new jobs vs 170,000 expected.
Inflation rate rise smallest in 2 years as economic slowdown begins
The latest U.S. inflation data from this week would suggest a slowdown in the rate of inflation – signalling an end to rate hikes this year.
US house prices cooling at fastest rate in over 10 years
The second recorded monthly decline in US house price growth comes as mortgage rates go up due to tightening economic policy.
New study reveals more than 50% of U.S. workers feel mentally unwell and require time away
Over half (56%) of American employees, particularly Millennials and Gen Z, reported feeling mentally ill in the preceding year, according to new study from employee benefits provider Unum.