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US applications for unemployment benefits inch up

Massachusetts reported 4,984 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

Economy added 818,000 fewer jobs than first reported in year that ended in March, US says
The revised total adds to evidence that the job market has been steadily slowing and likely reinforces the Federal Reserve’s plan to start cutting interest rates soon.

Anheuser-Busch lays off nearly 200 in Medford as it cuts back distribution operations
The company's Massachusetts distribution operations will be taken over by Taunton-based Quality Beverage.

Massachusetts unemployment rate climbs as hiring slows, job-seekers increase

The slowdown in the state’s labor market reflects national trends. The national economy has weakened as the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates at their highest in more than two decades.

US jobless claims fall for a second week to lowest since July
Massachusetts reported 5,323 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

FTC ban on noncompete agreements comes under legal attack
Some companies say a new rule created by the Federal Trade Commission will make it hard to protect trade secrets and investments they make in their employees.

Fewer Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, but applications remain slightly elevated
Massachusetts reported 6,272 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

On Cape Cod anyway, the summer job is back
The rising cost of living for young people, combined with an unusually tight labor market, has teens working summer jobs at rates not seen for years.

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US added just 114,000 jobs in July, unemployment rate hits 4.3% as interest rates take economic toll

The economy has proven unexpectedly sturdy in the face of the Federal Reserve’s campaign to tame inflation with high interest rates, but the higher borrowing costs appear to be taking a toll.

The number of Americans filing for jobless claims hits highest level in a year

Massachusetts reported 6,672 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

Fewer Americans file for jobless claims

Massachusetts reported 6,455 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

State Street agrees to devote $4.2 million to future wage equity adjustments

The agreement with the Department of Labor resolves alleged compensation discrimination against the firm’s female managing directors.

$15 minimum wage for tipped workers headed to ballot

Proponents of the measure say a $15 minimum wage would make earnings more predictable and promote greater equality among workers. Opponents say it would hurt an industry faced with slim margins and high inflation.

More Americans apply for jobless benefits as layoffs settle at higher levels in recent weeks

Massachusetts reported 6,455 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

Boston hotel workers rally for higher wages, announce vote to authorize strike

The efforts come as negotiations for labor contracts are under way at many hotel chains.

Amazon Prime Day is a major cause of injuries for warehouse workers, Senate review says

The report said peak shopping times — including the holiday shopping period — resulted in the “highest weekly injury rates” for warehouse workers.