Newest Department of Labor Report Shows Job Growth
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released state jobs and unemployment data on Monday. According to the preliminary survey data, Maryland gained 8,200 jobs in January, and the unemployment rate remained at 3.0%. The Leisure and Hospitality sector experienced the most growth with an increase of 4,500 jobs. Other sectors adding jobs include: Trade, Transportation, and Utilities (3,100); Private Education and Health Services (2,900); Government (2,200); Information (1,000); Other Services (800);…