Economy On Lockdown: Jobless Rate Could Be Highest Since WWII
As efforts to slow the coronavirus pandemic temporarily put millions of Americans out of work, forecasters are predicting a record slowdown in the U.S. economy.
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NC COVID-19 Unemployment Payments About To Start
North Carolinians can expect their first unemployment checks of the COVID-19 shutdowns this week following a deluge of filings.
Advice On Filing For Unemployment Benefits: Document Everything And Be Persistent
The number of jobless claims hit an all-time record, with 3.3 million claims in the last week alone. With so many people filing, there are glitches. Experts offer suggestions on how to get through.
3.3 Million File For Unemployment Claims, Shattering Records
A record number of Americans filed for unemployment benefits for the first time last week as the coronavirus hammered the economy. It's nearly five times the levels seen during the Great Recession.
U.S. Economic Slowdown In Coming Months Expected To Be Worst On Record
Forecasters say the government's aggressive efforts to curtail the spread of the virus will trigger the sharpest slowdown on record. Some see the economy shrinking a staggering 24%.
Filings For Unemployment Benefits Rise As Coronavirus Hits Job Market
New claims for jobless benefits climbed 70,000 to 281,000 last week as the coronavirus pandemic shuttered businesses and left people out of work. It was the highest level since September 2017.
Unemployment Websites Are Crashing Across The Country
With more and more businesses shutting down around the country, a flood of new unemployment claims are pouring in. But President Trump continues to downplay the impact of the virus on the economy.
Some Unemployment Insurance Requirements Waived In NC
Advocates for the unemployed applaud Governor Cooper's executive order but say more work needs to be done.
U.S. Added 273,000 Jobs Last Month, But Economists Brace For Coronavirus Impact
The increase was about 100,000 more than expected and unemployment dipped to 3.5%. The labor market appears resilient, but fears are growing that the coronavirus will take a toll on the economy.
Hiring Picks Up As Employers Add 225,000 Jobs In January
U.S. employers added more jobs than expected last month, while the unemployment rate inched up to 3.6%. Unusually warm weather contributed to job gains for construction workers.