Unemployment data indicates persistent disparities in unemployment rates among the racial/ethnic groups studied. Over the period from January 2023 to February 2024, the Black population consistently experienced higher unemployment rates compared to other groups. In contrast, the Asian population, aside from a spike in November 2023, generally had the lowest unemployment rates. Differences Between Groups: - Black unemployment rates were 1.3% to 2.9% higher than those of the White group throughout the period. This suggests a significant and persistent gap that does not close over the months observed. Even when the Black unemployment rate decreased from its peak in November 2023, it was still higher than the rates for other groups. Black small business ownership has been on the rise in recent years, but it is important to note that Black-owned businesses have had less access to capital, higher loan denial rates , and less favorable loan conditions compared to businesses owned by other...
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