Econoday Report: Help Wanted Index 27, 2005

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Help Wanted Index

Definition
The help wanted index is a monthly index of the number of lines of help-wanted advertising in 51 major newspapers from around the country. This index indicates strength or weakness in the labor market. Why Investors Care

Released on 10/27/05 For Sep 2005

Help-Wanted Index, Level
Actual	39

Highlights
The help-wanted index rose 1 point to 39 in September. Ad volumes in Houston and Memphis were higher reflecting post-hurricane demand for labor. With jobless claims backing up, new demand for labor in the affected regions is a positive for the economic outlook.

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