The Economics Daily

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Health care added 55,000 jobs in July 2025

In July 2025, health care added 55,000 jobs, above the average monthly gain of 42,000 over the prior 12 months. Over the month, job gains occurred in ambulatory health care services (+34,000) and hospitals (+16,000). Employment in nursing and residential care facilities continued to trend up (+6,000). read more »

Monthly Labor Review

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Nonprofit organizations: state and regional employment trends

This article explores employment trends and highlights of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations at the state and regional levels. read more »

Spotlight on Statistics

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Economic trends: home and community-based care versus institution-based care

As the population ages, the workforce that provides long-term services and support to elderly people—as well as those with disabilities and others needing assistance—has grown considerably. Traditionally, much of this care has been provided in institutional settings, such as nursing homes. However, many people prefer to age in place, both because they wish to remain in their homes and because it may be less expensive. read more »

Beyond the Numbers

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Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect real earnings? Analyzing average hourly earnings and inflation before and after the onset of the pandemic

In this Beyond the Numbers article, we will examine historical trends in real average hourly earnings and inflation before and after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. We will analyze real earnings at the total private and major industry levels, with additional detailed analysis for selected industries. The article also looks at the impact average weekly hours had on changes in real average weekly earnings at the total private and major industry levels. read more »