Black Unemployment Report – February 2026

Black Unemployment moved up to 7.7%, a 20% Increase Since February of Last Year BLS Unemployment Report The Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS) jobs report was bad. Really bad. Meanwhile, the BLS said the job market only “edged down.” That is some spin. The BLS reported that businesses had a net loss of -92,000 jobs. It … Read more

Mackenzie Scott Donates $1 Billion to Black Higher Education.

Mackenzie Scott’s record donations to HBCUs highlight major choices for Black higher education. The historic underfunding of Black education remains an issue. Black Economics examines Mackenzie Scott’s donations and the impact on Black Higher Education. Introduction Mackenzie Scott donated close to $1 billion to HBCUs and related educational funds in 2025. She has also donated … Read more