Get the Facts: How Bureau of Labor Statistics reports influence U.S. economy

Get the Facts: How Bureau of Labor Statistics reports influence U.S. economy

The Bureau of Labor Statistics plays a crucial role in shaping U.S. economic policy through its reports, which can influence global markets and affect personal finances.

Bureau of Labor Statistics shows U.S. job growth stalls in July

The U.S. economy added just 73,000 jobs in July, continuing a three-month trend of sluggish growth, according to the latest data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The national unemployment rate held steady at 4.2 percent, with little movement across key sectors. While health care and social assistance industries posted modest gains, federal government employment continued its decline, shedding 12,000 jobs in July and bring…