Tag Archives: non-farm payroll employment

More Jobs Key to 2012 Growth

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Popular Economics Weekly

Popular Economics Weekly How do we know what to look for in 2012? We should not be looking at the headlines, which tend to trumpet totally conflicting news. But more accurate information is available—usually several months later. For instance, jobs’ … Continue reading →

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Consumers Regaining Financial Health

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Popular Economics Weekly

Popular Economics Weekly Consumers are spending for the holidays. Retail sales in particular have rebounded to almost pre-recession levels. Overall retail sales in November grew 0.2 percent, following a 0.6 percent boost in October (originally up 0.5 percent) and a … Continue reading →

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What is the ‘New Normal’—Part II?

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Popular Economics Weekly

Popular Economics Weekly Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke is sounding more optimistic these days. What is behind his optimism that seems to counteract the “New Normal” predictions of bond traders such as PIMCO and other fiscal conservatives who fear massive debts … Continue reading →

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