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Expert: Immigrants help bolster economy

An uptick in immigration presents an opportunity to help the American economy, one economist writes

Salon · Feb 16, 2024

What are the average salaries for four-year college graduates?

People with bachelor's degrees earned an average of $100,000 in 2022 — more than people without a degree, but less than those with advanced degrees.

USAFacts · Jan 19, 2024

Stocks Rally After December U.S. Jobs Report Released

Morning Markets The S&P 500 Index ( $SPX ) ( SPY ) is up +0.25%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ( $DOWI ) ( DIA ) is up +0.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ( $IUXX ) ( QQQ ) is up +0.25%. This morning the Bureau of Labor Statistics...

Barchart · Jan 5, 2024

Gen Xers Ask: ‘Can I Afford to Retire?’

A feature on how Gen Xers are struggling with retirement planning.

Kiplinger · Nov 24, 2023

How does beer production impact the American economy?

Despite pandemic challenges, US breweries — 98% of which have fewer than 100 employees — contribute more in tax revenue than wineries and employ tens of thousands of people.

USAFacts · Nov 15, 2023

US labor movement faces big obstacles despite surge in strikes and union wins

Recent union contract gains against a backdrop of decades of union decline, worsening wealth inequality and broken labor laws

The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2023

Rising tensions between employers and employees has put the labor back in this year's Labor Day

Labor Day is right around the corner

The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2023

How much do actors and writers make?

Median hourly wages for actors fell by 56% over the last decade.

USAFacts · Aug 14, 2023

What are the fastest-growing professions in America?

Wind turbine service technician is the fastest-growing occupation in the country; the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects open roles for the job could grow 60% by 2033.

USAFacts · Jul 27, 2023

Texas Workers, Congressman Launch ‘Thirst Strike’ for Heat Protections

“My brother would still be here if he just had a water break,” said Jasmine Granillo, who’s joining the call for OSHA to save workers from the Texas Legislature.

Texas Observer · Jul 25, 2023