U.S. Labor Market Holds Strong; First Quarter Productivity Sees Minor Dip The number of new unemployment claims last week stayed low, indicating a strong economic support into the second quarter. Despite a near halt in worker productivity growth in the first quarter, economists dismissed concerns, attributing the slowdown to seasonal patterns and affirming the overall solid productivity trend. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Why SILVER is the HIGH-BETA Version of GOLD READ MORE Gold Nears Record Close as Global Uncertainties Fuel Rally READ MORE Japan's Central Bank Shifts Gears: Interest Rates Up, Bond Purchases Down READ MORE Jamie Dimon Warns of Imminent Economic Cliff Due to U.S. Debt READ MORE Singapore’s central bank MAS boosts gold reserves to nearly 200 tonnes READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment