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Holiday temp work down this year, even with a lot of e-commerce hiring
Dec 24, 2020
Seasonal gains in temporary jobs are behind last year's pace.
Will companies choose to rehire laid-off employees or hire new ones?
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Erika Beras
Dec 23, 2020
When they're ready to start hiring, businesses have to consider costs and legal issues.
Small business owners eye a second Paycheck Protection Program loan
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Justin Ho
Dec 23, 2020
Some previous applicants say they're weighing past experiences, as they decide whether to apply again.
Relief and confusion as COVID-19 vaccines reach nursing homes
Dec 23, 2020
The vaccine rollout will be a heavy lift for many homes that have been dealing with outbreaks, equipment shortages and labor challenges.
Consumer spending and personal income fell. That's bad news for the economy
Dec 23, 2020
With stimulus checks long gone and unemployment benefits running out, many consumers are less willing to spend.
Layoffs still up as 803,000 seek unemployment benefits
Dec 23, 2020
Before the virus struck, applications typically numbered around 225,000 a week before shooting up to 6.9 million in early spring.
Consumer confidence lackluster as the pandemic continues
Dec 23, 2020
Even with the rollout of vaccinations and federal action on a relief package, many consumers are wary about the future.
For public good, not for profit.
Trump criticizes COVID relief bill, demands changes
Dec 23, 2020
While Trump did not specifically threaten to veto the COVID bill, there's a chance this could delay relief checks.
Will the latest stimulus last long enough?
Dec 22, 2020
The $900 billion in relief was a compromise that may not compensate for the prolonged economic hardship.
Time to ride, and buy: Peloton to acquire Precor
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Erika Beras
Dec 22, 2020
With stay-at-home orders, Peloton sales and subscriptions grew and grew, topping a million.