Manufacturing Rebounds with Increases in Productivity, Production, and Wages
Tariff Issues Missed in Factory Data A recent article from Bloomberg by economist Scott Linthicum at the Cato Institute claims that the U.S. manufacturing sector “ended 2025 with a bang,” pointing to significant job losses and weak survey data as signs of policy failure. Yet, this perspective seems rather misguided. It seems to treat employment […]
Productivity in the U.S. Rises as Companies Move from Low-Cost Labor to Investment
U.S. Labor Productivity Surges in Q3 2025 The U.S. labor productivity saw a notable increase in the third quarter of 2025, rising at an annual rate of 4.9%. This uptick indicates that workers are generating more output per hour, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on Thursday. This growth surpassed the 3.6% […]
Rep. Eric Swalwell criticizes the GOP for the lowest productivity level in Congress.
California Lawmaker Criticizes Congressional Productivity A California lawmaker, who recently stepped down to pursue a gubernatorial run, has claimed that Congressional Republicans have created one of the least productive legislative sessions. However, Republicans argue that Democrats share equal responsibility for this outcome. Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat from California, aspiring to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, […]
Bank leaders believe AI will enhance productivity and lead to job losses.
U.S. Banks Embrace AI for Productivity Gains NEW YORK, Dec. 9 – Major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo, are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to boost productivity, although concerns about job losses loom. At the Goldman Sachs Financial Services Conference, Marian Lake, head of consumer banking at JPMorgan, highlighted a significant uptick […]
6-step morning routine for improved productivity from a happiness expert at Harvard
Enhancing Your Morning for a Better Day Starting your day off positively can significantly set the tone for how the rest of it unfolds. Recent wellness trends emphasize the importance of cultivating good habits between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m., before heading into the workday. Arthur Brooks, a behavioral scientist and happiness expert at Harvard, […]
Creating your own AI might enhance productivity and flexibility for remote work.
The future of flexible work isn’t just about office layouts or employee check-ins; it’s really about who has the tools to make it happen. Recent global survey results reveal significant shifts. A study conducted by GOTO and Workplace Intelligence polled 2,500 individuals about their views on AI in 2025. More than half believe that AI […]
Poor Quality AI-Generated Documents Disrupt the Workplace and Lower Productivity
While many workers are eager to integrate AI into their routines, few recognize its genuine value. A term used is “workslop,” referring to AI-generated documents that may appear polished but contain shallow information. Despite the increasing utilization of AI in workplaces, most companies struggle to assess their return on investment (ROI). A recent report from […]
Ineffective management, rather than remote work, harms productivity
Amazon, AT&T, and UPS are pushing ahead of many companies by demanding that employees return to the office five days a week. They’ve been joined by federal and state agencies in this initiative. These organizations argue that their productivity has taken a hit under remote work conditions. Yet a forthcoming study from the National Bureau […]
UK could require 92,000 more public workers if decline in productivity persists until 2030
According to an analysis of official data, if productivity trends remain negative into 2030, Prime Minister Rachel Reeves may be compelled to allocate an additional £5 billion, resulting in 92,000 more public sector employees. The Economic and Business Research Center (CEBR), which specializes in economic analysis, highlighted that after last year’s drop in hourly output […]
New Orleans commission orders rehiring of fired city council clerk Lora Johnson after finding her alleged sexual harassment didn’t harm productivity
The New Orleans Commission has ordered the city council to rehire a store clerk who has been fired for alleged sexual harassment in the workplace. A former Lora Johnson councillor was fired last year after being fired after New Orleans City Council determined that it had created a hostile environment for employees that included unnecessary […]