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Recent stats show 1.2 open jobs for every applicant. In 2024 18-22% of posted jobs never got filled. The debate is whether these were actual jobs or ghost jobs - jobs posted with no intention to hire. buff.ly/4hdclMh
China’s economy is more dependent on exports than it has been for most of the past two decades, leaving it vulnerable to Donald Trump’s promised tariffs. buff.ly/4abIjX7
What will new tariffs look like? With the economy still running hot, the options may vary, These charts share a little light, though.
From export controls to hacks, China signals it’s ready to take on Trump. A flurry of activity reveals how Beijing is prepared to act swiftly and forcefully in an intensified diplomatic and trade standoff with Trump, analysts said. buff.ly/4hdbdIx
The Social Security Administration receives billions in free money each year from an unexpected source: undocumented immigrants. This group paid an estimated $25.7 billion in Social Security taxes in 2022. buff.ly/3E506D2
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Wednesday: The Labor Department will release the consumer-price index for December ![]()
Thursday: The Commerce Department reports December retail sales. The Labor Department reports weekly jobless claims![]()
Friday: The Federal Reserve reports December industrial production figures. The Commerce Department releases new residential construction data for December
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