Monthly Archives: April 2012

The number of people seeking Massachusetts unemployment benefits over the past month has risen to a three month high after months of steady declines. The number of unemployment applications rose to 386,000, with the four week average rising slightly to just under 375,000. … Continue reading →

Inflation in the United States has been staying low even as gas prices continue to rise. The consumer price index – the primary indicator of inflation – rose just 0.3 percent in March, according to the United States Labor Department. When one … Continue reading →

A survey of 900 American employers suggests that employers around the country expect to hire 10 percent more entry level workers this year as compared to last year. The news is giving college graduates a reason to be more optimistic about job … Continue reading →