Tag: Labor market

Unemployment Rate Inches Up. What Does the Climb Signal for the Economy?

New Mexico’s unemployment rate climbed to 4.8 percent in March as payrolls slipped by roughly 1,000 jobs, signaling a cooling labor market and raising fresh concerns about the pace of the state’s economic growth.

Jobless Claims Dipped —US Filings Edged Up to 212K

New Mexico records a slight dip in new unemployment claims even as nationwide filings inch up, signaling mixed labor market trends.

Public Sector Drives New Mexico Job Growth, Unemployment Inches Up

New Mexico’s unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in December as job growth relied heavily on public sector hiring.