October 2021

This month we take a look at some recent data updates related to the labor force and employment data in Maryland. Generally, we see job gains in Maryland state and local government as well as some hard hit (but low wage) private industries but we find little to cheer about in the higher value-add industries. …

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This month, I summarize and provide some context for recent vintage economic data. Specifically, electricity and energy consumption, inflation, and the size of the labor force.  ENERGY The most recent release from the U.S. Energy Information Administration indicates that (nationally) end use of electricity increased in June and was 6.6% higher than in June 2020. …

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