The industry, which employs 5.2 million Americans, aims to expand training and career pathway programs nationwide.
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September 24, 2026
FAA Issued 11,103 Mechanic Certificates in 2025Aviation firms saw a 23% rise in newly certified mechanics as the industry attempts to address long-term labor shortages.
September 24, 2026
Fed Strove to Cut Inflation Without Raising UnemploymentBusiness owners should prepare for continued high interest rates as the Fed targets 2% inflation by 2029.
September 24, 2026
Proposed Labor Data Shift Targets Faster Market SignalsBusiness owners may soon see more timely economic data as experts push to blend public surveys with private firm records.
September 24, 2026
Small Business Health Benefit Offers Have IncreasedNew partnership data tracks how businesses are navigating hiring and benefits to remain competitive.
September 24, 2026
Construction Employment Grew Across 35 States in AugustContractors should account for localized labor shifts as state-level employment trends diverge.
September 24, 2026
Jobless Claims Dipped to 197,000 Last WeekEmployers continue holding onto staff as hiring slows compared to previous months.
September 24, 2026
Immigration Surge Boosted GDP and Wages 2021-2024The 6.5 million-person influx shifted regional economic output and native worker wages while driving up housing costs.
September 24, 2026
Representative Khanna Outlined New Wage, Benefit AgendaBusiness owners should prepare for potential mandates on hourly pay and paid family leave policies.
September 23, 2026
Public Support for Socialism Reached Record HighBusiness owners should adjust marketing and hiring strategies as 43% of Americans express favor for socialism.
September 23, 2026
Researcher Removed 60,000 Fake Job ListingsHiring managers and job seekers must watch for AI-generated recruiting scams that divert applicants off-platform.
