Weekly Economic Snapshot: Labor Strength Meets Cooling Inflation

Published on February 17, 2026

The U.S. economy began 2026 with a display of unexpected resilience in the labor market and cooling inflation.

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Former RFG Exec Abby Salameh Joins Mercer as Managing Partner

February 17, 2026
Abby Salameh will oversee the growth in the New Jersey/Pennsylvania region, while Chris Walters, a former chief advisory officer at Savant, will lead the San Diego market.

US Department of Labor announces availability of $65M in grants to help community colleges increase access to in-demand, high-quality training

February 17, 2026
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the availability of $65 million in funding to support programs that help community colleges develop high-quality, short-term training programs that meet employers’ and workers’ skill development needs. Administered by the department’s  Employment and Training Administration, this sixth round of Strengthening Community College Training Grant