Private sector

Aging U.S. Infrastructure Hampers Private Sector
The Economy

Aging U.S. Infrastructure Hampers Private Sector

A 'D+' infrastructure grade from the ASCE shines a light on the need for investment in transformative projects.
By Paul Horgan | April 5, 2017
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Job Growth Shows Biggest Jump in 5 Months
The Economy

Job Growth Shows Biggest Jump in 5 Months

ADP reports a gain of 217,000 jobs last month, providing further evidence that the labor market is moving toward full employment.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | December 2, 2015
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U.S. Private Sector Shows Solid Job Growth
The Economy

U.S. Private Sector Shows Solid Job Growth

ADP reports that firms added 200,000 jobs in September, with the largest businesses accounting for more than half of the increase.
By Matthew Heller | September 30, 2015
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Private Sector Adds 190,000 Jobs in August
The Economy

Private Sector Adds 190,000 Jobs in August

The job growth fell short of economists' expectations but remains strong except in the energy industry.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | September 2, 2015
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Small Businesses, Franchises Fuel December Hiring
The Economy

Small Businesses, Franchises Fuel December Hiring

Companies with 49 employees or fewer produced 43% of all private-sector job gains last month, according to ADP.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | January 7, 2015
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