U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics News

Auto insurance rates a notable factor in US inflation pressures

The March 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI) summary released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) highlighted a 22.2% increase in car insurance rates over the past year, marking it as a notable increase within the overall inflationary pressures.

U.S. State employment snapshot: September 2023 reveals regional variations

The latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics State Employment and Unemployment report for September 2023 offers a glimpse into the nation's diverse job markets.

Consumer Price Index shows increase in September

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' recent press release indicates a 0.4% increase in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for September 2023, down from the 0.6% rise in August. Over the year, the index reported a 3.7% increase prior to seasonal adjustments.

U.S. employment grows by 336,000 in September

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a rise in total nonfarm payroll employment in September 2023, with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 3.8%.