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The labor market shows unexpected strength.
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Can Lina Khan Hold On?
Ms. Khan’s term as the chair of the Federal Trade Commission ended Wednesday. In a wide-ranging interview, she discussed her aggressive approach to antitrust and...

Job Hunting Is a Challenge for Recent College Grads
Unemployment is still low, but job seekers are competing for fewer openings, and hiring is sluggish. That’s a big turnaround from recent years.

Productivity Surges 2.3%, Beating Forecasts
Output was up sharply in the second quarter, with the rise in goods produced far exceeding the increase in hours worked.

Michigan Supreme Court Ruling to Raise Minimum Wage in the State
The ruling, raising the minimum wage and phasing out a lower wage for tipped workers, said legislators had acted improperly in dodging a referendum.

Seeking Your First Job After College? Share Your Story.
The New York Times wants to hear from recent college graduates, other young job seekers and hiring managers about this year’s job market.

Biden Administration’s Rent Cap Proposal Reignites Housing Policy Debate
A proposal to make landlords’ tax breaks contingent on rent limits has drawn industry pushback, progressive applause and some alternative approaches.

June Jobs Report May Hold Clues to Durability of Labor Market
The economy remains solid, but many analysts say that the labor market is in a sensitive place.

June Jobs Report May Hold Clues to Durability of Labor Market
The economy remains solid, but many analysts say that the labor market is in a sensitive place.

What Forecasters Say About Interest Rates (and Why They Disagree)
Hopes for a steep drop in borrowing costs for consumers and businesses have been dashed. But some experts predict modest reductions in coming months.