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United States Unemployment Rate
By: TradingEconomics.com, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
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From the BL&S
Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment -- October 2010
Unemployment rates were lower in October than a year earlier in 235 of the
372 metropolitan areas, higher in 121 areas, and unchanged in 16 areas, the
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Ten areas recorded jobless
rates of at least 15.0 percent, while 12 areas registered rates of less
than 5.0 percent. The national unemployment rate in October was 9.0 per-
cent, not seasonally adjusted, compared with 9.5 percent a year earlier.
One hundred eighty-two metropolitan areas reported over-the-year increases
in nonfarm payroll employment, 178 reported decreases, and 12 had no change.
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In Depth
The New Black
The Friday after Thanksgiving, known to retailers as Black Friday, is a barometer for the retail industry. By all indications, this season, and the sales year, will be brighter than 2009.
Meanwhile, Cyber Monday, which was yesterday, also reflected the start of what is expected to be a positive trend.
Consumers are in stores and online, and they're spending more than last year.
A happy holiday shopping season bodes well for the economy, and it could translate to employment opportunities. After all, increased demand for goods and services means more workers are needed, right? In theory, perhaps, but reality tells another story. (read more)
by Paula Santonocito
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