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Idaho’s November unemployment rate remains at 3.7%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.7% in November, unchanged from October.
The state’s labor force increased by 3,188 people (0.3%) to 996,574 while the labor force participation rate — the percentage of people 16 years of age or older who are either employed or looking for work — increased from 63.3% to 63.4% between October and November.
Idaho’s long-term industry and employment projections webinar
Labor economist Sam Wolkenhauer discusses Idaho’s housing interest rates and home inventories.
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Idaho retail industry navigates fast-approaching holiday season
With the holiday season approaching, many Idahoans wonder what recent trends in retail might impact spending and employment this year. Historically, retail has been an enormous revenue source for the U.S. economy.