NYS Unemployment Benefit OnlineNew York State (NYS) unemployment rose from 8.6% in July to 9% in August, at a 26 year high and very close to the national average of 9.7%. However there is good news. You can avail NYS unemployment benefits online provided by NYS department of labor, for which funds have been allocated. Among the millions of jobless people, a few are also running their own businessesPORTLAND, Ore. — Until this summer, salesman Jorge Ocampo had always been what he calls a W-2 man. Proof was the Mercedes he bought with cash. But he had always longed to be his own boss. Stocks trade in tight range amid unease over CIT; Investors pause after week’s steep rallyNEW YORK — Unease about financial companies sidelined the stock market’s three-day rally. US stock futures point to higher open ahead of updates on the labor and retail sectors
Stock futures point to higher Wall Street open US economic data helps world markets recover but recovery concerns remainLONDON — European and U.S. stock markets rose Thursday after a run of stronger than anticipated U.S. economic data renewed investors’ hopes that the world’s largest economy may recover from recession this year. Stocks hold steady after unemployment insurance rolls fall for first time since JanuaryNEW YORK — Stocks were little changed in early trading Thursday as investors took the latest sign of improvement in the labor market in stride. US jobless claims improvement helps European stocks pare losses, Wall Street set to open upLONDON — European stock markets recovered most of their losses Thursday and Wall Street futures turned higher following the unexpected news that continuing U.S. jobless claims fell in the last week by the largest amount in seven years — a signal that the world’s largest economy may be on the mend. Total US unemployment insurance rolls drop to 6.7 million; first decline since early JanuaryWASHINGTON — The total number of people on the unemployment insurance rolls dropped for the first time since early January, the government said Thursday, while new claims for benefits rose slightly. Stock futures strengthen as unemployment insurance rolls fall for first time since JanuaryNEW YORK — A sign of improvement in the labor market restored some of investors’ optimism about the economy. Total unemployment insurance rolls drop for first time since early JanuaryWASHINGTON — The total number of people on the unemployment insurance rolls has dropped for the first time since early January, while first-time claims for benefits rose slightly. US stock futures signal flat open ahead of Geithner testimony on financial overhaul planNEW YORK — Investors are again looking to Washington for clues about the market. Canadian prime minister reaches deal with opposition to avert summer electionTORONTO — Canada’s prime minister reached a deal Wednesday with one of three opposition parties allowing him to avoid early elections. High unemployment leaves consumers with less money to spend, could slow recoveryWASHINGTON — The number of people receiving unemployment benefits has set another record, a development likely to weigh on consumer spending and slow the economy’s recovery. Growth in retail sales, good demand at bond auction lift shares; S&P highest since NovemberNEW YORK — The stock market’s rally is shifting to a lower gear. Oil prices close near $73, an eight-month high, as first-time jobless claims fallNEW YORK — Oil prices hit an eight-month high as the dollar fell and a series of reports suggested that consumers and business may be more willing and able to spend money on energy. Oil prices bounce over $73, an eight-month high, as first-time jobless claims fallNEW YORK — Oil prices hit an eight-month high as the dollar fell and a series of reports suggested that consumers and business may be more willing and able to spend money on energy. Oil prices close in on $73, an eight-month high with as first-time jobless claims fallNEW YORK — Oil prices hit an eight-month high as the dollar fell and a series of reports suggested that consumers and business may be more willing and able to spend money on energy. World stocks get lift from improvement in US retail sales, jobless claimsLONDON — European and U.S. stock markets rose Thursday after more encouraging U.S. economic data and despite worries about the risks to recovery posed by a rise in government bond yields and oil prices. Growth in retail sales and better-than-expected jobless claims data boost share pricesNEW YORK — Investors are welcoming a better-than-expected report on jobless claims and growth in retail sales. Stock index futures declining despite slowdown in new jobless claims, growth in retail salesNEW YORK — Stock index futures fell modestly Thursday morning, pointing to a lower opening on Wall Street amid worries about rising interest rates. New jobless claims drop more than expected; retail sales rise for first time in 3 monthsWASHINGTON — The number of newly laid-off Americans filing jobless claims fell more than expected last week and retail sales grew in May for the first time in three months. But a rise in the number of people continuing to receive jobless aid signaled that an economic recovery is still far off. Stock index futures trading in narrow range after jobless claims, retail sales reportsNEW YORK — Stock futures are trading in a narrow range after a better-than-expected report on jobless claims and anticipated growth in retail sales. New jobless claims drop more than expected as layoffs ease; continuing claims set new recordWASHINGTON — The number of newly laid-off Americans filing for jobless benefits fell for the third time in the past four weeks, fresh evidence that companies are cutting fewer jobs. Stock index futures point to modestly higher open ahead of jobs, retail sales dataNEW YORK — Stock index futures rose modestly Thursday morning, pointing to a higher opening on Wall Street ahead of some key economic data. World stock markets up ahead of key US jobs data; miners lead march higher in BritainLONDON — World stock markets rose solidly Friday ahead of key U.S. jobs data, with mining companies in strong demand after Rio Tinto PLC scrapped its $19.5 billion deal with China’s Chinalco, opting instead to raise $15.2 billion in a share sale and set up a joint venture with rival BHP Billiton. Oil steady after nearing $70 a barrel as investors eye US jobs reportVIENNA — Oil was steady around $69 a barrel Friday after approaching $70 the day before, when the first drop in U.S. weekly unemployment claims in five months provided another sign that demand for crude could improve. Jobless claims drop, but unemployment is expected to keep risingWASHINGTON — The number of people on the jobless rolls is down by a fraction, but those figures could be deceiving: Economists expect the unemployment rate to rise again on Friday, and jobs should be scarce for months to come. Bonds fall, pushing yields higher, as stocks rise on jobless claims data; mortgage rates upNEW YORK — Bond yields are heading higher again, a troubling trend for potential homebuyers or mortgage holders looking to refinance. Stocks rebound as traders see promise in bank, energy stocks; jobless claims fall unexpectedlyNEW YORK — Traders are betting improving prospects for banks and rising energy prices will pay off. Stocks mostly rise after surprise drop in continued jobless claims; retail sales data mixedNEW YORK — Cautious traders are placing small bets on signs of improvement in the economy. |
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