Highlights
Highest Wage Growth Since 2009
Average hourly earnings increased by 3.4% year over year in February, the largest increase since April 2009.
Job Openings Increase To 7.6 Million
Job openings in America increased to 7.6 million in January – the third-highest level on record. For the 11th straight months, job openings have exceeded job seekers.
Strengthening Americans’ Retirement Security
A U.S. Department of Labor proposal would make it easier for small businesses to offer retirement savings plans – strengthening the retirement security of millions of American workers.
Reforming America’s Healthcare System Through Choice and Competition
Read the report on expanding access to high-quality healthcare at affordable prices.
Disaster Recovery Assistance
The U.S. Department of Labor announced actions it is taking to assist Americans affected by recent hurricanes and wildfires, as well as the earthquake in Alaska.
Latest Numbers
- Unemployment Insurance Initial Claims: 229,000
- Unemployment Rate: 3.8% in February 2019
- Consumer Price Index: +0.2% in February 2019
