Jobs

ESPN Cutting Up to 400 Jobs

ESPN has begun a round of job cuts, both through lay offs and attrition that will eliminate between 300 and 400 jobs at the sports network. More

HSBC Slashes 14K More Jobs

HSBC has announced plans to cut another 14,000 jobs from its global workforce as part of an plan to reduce costs by $3 billion. More

April Jobs Report: Winners & Losers

The BLS' April Employment Situation report shows areas of strength in professional and business services, food services and drinking places, retail trade and healthcare. More

Jobless Claims Unexpectedly Drop to 5-Year Low

The number of Americans filing first-time jobless benefits claims fell to 324,000 last week, surprising economists with the lowest level since January 2008. More

Electronics Arts Confirms Another Round of Layoffs

Electronic Arts has confirmed that it is laying off workers, but did not verify a rumor that it is letting go up to 10% of its workforce. More

5 Economic Indicators to Watch for Signs of a Spring Slowdown

It could just be a matter of time before the economic weaknesses sprouting up across the globe start to weigh on the U.S. If that happens, it'll show up in one or more of these key U.S. indicators. More