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US: Mass Layoffs in March 2008

added: 24-04-2008

In March, employers took 1,571 mass layoff actions, seasonally adjusted, as measured by new filings for unemployment insurance benefits during the month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported.

US Job Market: Jobs at Risk for Offshoring

added: 23-04-2008

An economy plagued by uncertainty is refueling debates over the impact of offshoring U.S. jobs. Which jobs are at risk? Are more companies planning to displace American workers? And what are the short-term and long-term effects of sending jobs overseas on the growth and stability of the U.S. job market?

US: Home Sales Up 24.5 Percent from February

added: 23-04-2008

Home sales in March rose from February totals with the onset of spring, although consumer confidence continues to affect market activity. According to the latest report, total home sales (which include single-family and condominiums) were up 24.5 percent in March 2008 to 8,509 sales compared to February 2008 sales of 6,832; sales were down 29.5 percent from March 2007 totals of 12,075.

US: Existing-Home Sales Slip in March 2008

added: 23-04-2008

Existing-home sales edged down in March, remaining within a narrow range of sales activity that has persisted since last September, according to the National Association of Realtors(R).

US Job Market: Engineers, Machinists and Skilled Trades Top List In U.S.

added: 23-04-2008

Engineers, machinists and skilled trade workers are among the nation's most challenging positions to fill, according to survey findings released by Manpower Inc.

After a Record Year of U.S. IPO Activity in 2007, 2008 is Off to a Sluggish Start

added: 22-04-2008

United States IPO (initial public offering) activity in 2007 was the highest since 2000. During 2007, 296 IPOs generated $65.1 billion in proceeds compared to 236 IPOs that raised $49.9 billion in 2006. The turbulence in the credit markets did not hinder IPO activity in the latter half of 2007. In fact, the fourth quarter, with 101 IPOs, was the most active quarter in terms of IPO volume in the last eight years.

US Regional and State Employment and Unemployment in March 2008

added: 22-04-2008

Regional and state unemployment rates were generally higher in March. Overall, 36 states and the District of Columbia recorded over-the-month unemployment rate increases, 5 states registered decreases, and 9 states had no change, the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor reported.

Higher Energy Prices Drive Up Transportation Costs

added: 22-04-2008

Inflation and growth dominated the news this week, a welcome relief perhaps from unrelenting focus on financial markets. Once more, the evidence makes it clear that weak domestic economic conditions are not relieving inflationary pressure.

80% of Americans Say They Are Concerned About Identity Theft

added: 22-04-2008

Bankrate, Inc. released the findings of a national poll which found that 8 out of 10 Americans are concerned about their identity being stolen. Furthermore, over one-third (34%) of Americans know someone who has been a victim of identity theft.

U.S. Venture Investment Pulls Back 7% in 1st Quarter to $6.84 Billion

added: 21-04-2008

Venture capital investment in U.S. companies slipped 7% in the first quarter of 2008 compared to the same period last year to $6.84 billion, according to the Quarterly Venture Capital Report released by Dow Jones VentureSource, the venture industry's premier data provider. The report showed that deal count reached 603 deals for the quarter, down by 25 deals from the first quarter last year and the lowest quarterly total since the first quarter of 2005.

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