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Sydney Ember
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How Luggage Maker Eagle Creek Has Survived Trump’s Trade War. So Far.
Eagle Creek’s experience underscores how President Trump’s chaotic approach to tariffs is having a real impact, even before the toughest levies take effect.
Hiring Held Steady in June as Employers Added 147,000 Jobs
The strength of the labor market suggests that the economy remains robust despite uncertainty caused by President Trump’s tariffs and geopolitical turmoil.
Trump Says He Wants to Fund More Trade Schools. Just Not These.
The Job Corps program has long been the subject of debate, but it is now also a point of contention in the administration’s efforts to…
America’s Summer Hot Spots Wonder: Will the Vacationers Still Come?
Despite signs that consumers are pulling back on some spending, businesses are cautiously hopeful about domestic tourism this summer season.
4 Big Airlines Face U.S. Inquiry Over Frequent Flier Programs
The Transportation Department ordered American, Delta, Southwest and United to share more information about their rewards practices to ensure they are fair to consumers and…
About 10,000 Hotel Workers Walk Off the Job on Labor Day Weekend
The union representing the workers, UNITE HERE, has planned a rolling strike for several days in cities like Boston, San Francisco and Seattle after contract…
A.I. Is Helping to Launch New Businesses
Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.
July Jobs Report: What to Know
Job gains are lately being driven by the government, health care and assistance sectors, potentially masking broadly weaker hiring.