Job openings jump to 9.6 million. The labor market is cooling off, but slowly.
Job openings snapped back in August and rose to 9.6 million, reflecting a robust appetite for labor in light of a steadily growing U.S. economy.
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U.S. manufacturers show signs of revival, ISM finds, but still face tough times
There were signs of improvement and some companies even increased employment.
U.S. construction spending rises for the eighth straight month in August
Construction spending rose 0.5% in August, the Commerce Department reported Monday.
Consumer sentiment improves slightly ahead of possible government shutdown
Consumer sentiment improved slightly at the end of September, but Americans were unsure about the future of the economy.
Consumer spending rises, but it’s not all great. Higher gas prices play a role.
Consumer spending rose a solid 0.4% in August, but the increase was exaggerated by higher gas prices that are pinching the budgets of U.S. households.
