Is the US economy approaching a period of “stagflation?”
August 18, 2025
Tariffs, weak dollaree and sluggish job growth raise concerns of stagflation in the U.S. economy. #NewsismyBusiness
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NY Fed chief warns of uncertainty, slower growth in Puerto Rico visit
April 14, 2025
John C. Williams spoke to the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce about the economy, trade tensions and inflation. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s unemployment rate drops to 5.5% in September
October 24, 2024
The agencies estimated the nonseasonally adjusted labor force participation rate for September to be 44.3%. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico Labor Dept. to launch $28M unemployment platform
September 13, 2024
The DELTA platform will streamline unemployment claims, employer services and fraud prevention. #NewsismyBusiness
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June unemployment remained at 5.8% in Puerto Rico
July 22, 2024
The rate has been at 6.5% or lower for 30 consecutive months, the Labor Department noted. #NewsismyBusiness
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Average hourly wage in Puerto Rico rose to $16.40 in 2023
April 5, 2024
Average and median wages increased across most industries, reflecting an economic rebound. #Newsismybusiness
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At 5.7%, Puerto Rico’s unemployment rate remains at historic lows
March 12, 2024
Revised data show the island hit a record low of 5.6% in October and November. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico maintains record-low unemployment rate in 2023
January 25, 2024
The island’s labor market shows sustained growth with lowest annual average unemployment. #NewsIsMyBusiness
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Pierluisi meets with economists to discuss PRoposito framework
December 6, 2023
The governor discussed his vision for economic development and reconstruction plans. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico Labor Dept. allocates $11.9M for job creation, retention
November 28, 2023
The funds will support various economic sectors and nonprofit organizations. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico unemployment remained at 6.2% in August
September 20, 2023
Labor statistics reveal consistent economic growth, with the labor force participation rate rising. #NewsismyBusiness
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Latest Puerto Rico census data reveal stable incomes, migration decline
September 15, 2023
The U.S. Census Bureau’s Community Survey found that household and family incomes saw no significant changes, but poverty rates rose slightly, despite a large drop in unemployment. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s economy projected to grow 1.8% over next decade
September 14, 2023
Planning Board uses Okun’s Law and federal funds data to forecast economic and employment trends through 2033. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico unemployment remains at historic low
July 24, 2023
The Labor and Human Resources Department reports steady growth and job creation across sectors, reflecting a positive trend in the island’s economy. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico reports historic employment rates
May 22, 2023
Thirteen months of low unemployment and a rise in nonfarm jobs mark progress. #NewsismyBusiness
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