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Employment rateThe percentage of the labor force that is employed. The employment rate is one of the economic indicators that economists examine to help understand the state of the economy. See also: Unemployment rate.Employment rate Similar MatchesEmployment argument for protectionEmployment argument for protectionThe use of a tariff or other trade restriction to promote employment, either in the economy at large or in a particular industry. This is a second best argument, since other policies -- such as a fiscal stimulus or a production subsidy -- could achieve the same effect at lower economic cost. Accident, Sickness and Unemployment insuranceAccident, Sickness and Unemployment insuranceIncome protection incorporating cover for loss of earnings arising from accident, sickness or unemployment. Usually paid out in the form of a monthly tax-free income to cover a portion of lost earnings and restricted to two years from the date of the first payment. Self employment taxSelf employment taxA tax self-employed people must pay to qualify them to receive Social Security benefits at retirement. Full Employment and Balance Growth Act of 1978(Humphrey Hawkins Act)Full Employment and Balance Growth Act of 1978(Humphrey Hawkins Act)Federal legislation that, among other things, specifies the primary objectives of U.S. economic policy-maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates. Unemployment benefitUnemployment benefitBenefit received from a government department when a previously employed person becomes unemployed. The claimant must be able to verify previous employment and that he/she is actively seeking new employment. Unemployment benefit payments are liable to income tax. Further Suggestionsexpenses in employmentUnemployment rate Unemployment insurance Employment status Unemployment Verification of employment |
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