Economic Pulse
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China's lockdowns haven't greatly affected maritime shipping
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
May 19, 2022
"What we've seen is consistent cargo flow," says Gene Seroka, executive director of the Port of Los Angeles.
What do nurses have to say about the nursing shortage?
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
May 16, 2022
"There really is not a staffing shortage per se," said National Nurses United president Deborah Burger. "There's a shortage of nurses willing to put their lives and their license and patients' lives at risk."
California's drought is squeezing farmers and threatening food prices
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
May 10, 2022
“There are a lot of empty fields that aren't being planted — something I've never seen before," say Terranova Ranch's Don Cameron.
Who is being left out of the conversation when we talk about jobs?
by
David Brancaccio
, Jarrett Dang
and Erika Soderstrom
May 4, 2022
We spoke with Alex Camardelle, director of Workforce Policy at the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, for an answer.
Pandemic-driven poverty in New York City persists amid recovery, report finds
by
David Brancaccio
, Rose Conlon
and Jarrett Dang
May 3, 2022
The report from Robin Hood and Columbia University sheds light on the enduring economic hardship faced by many New Yorkers.
Closing costs: Is there a solution to the shortage of homes?
Apr 26, 2022
The rapid rise in home prices has provided a windfall for homeowners, but rising interest rates make home-buying increasingly out of reach for renters.
Materials and labor shortages continue to complicate construction industry
by
David Brancaccio
and Rose Conlon
Apr 26, 2022
Oregon-based journeyman and business owner Maurice Rahming said he's contending with long wait times for steel and electrical equipment.
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How supply chain issues and inflation have started to reshape advertising
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 15, 2022
What's the message for brands when the stuff they're selling is either not available or more expensive?
The pandemic has worsened youth disconnection, exacerbated inequality, report finds
by
David Brancaccio
, Rose Conlon
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 5, 2022
The pandemic increased the proportion of young people who are out of work and out of school, undermining wealth, health and happiness.
Another cure for inflation? Making markets more competitive.
by
David Brancaccio
and Jarrett Dang
Apr 1, 2022
Companies facing few competitors can hike prices more easily than those in competitive markets.