State of the Labor Market
Commentary, data, analysis and insight into the US and global economy.
State of the Labor Market
The Industries Having a Hard Time Filling Openings
In a strong labor market, it’s tough for employers to turn job openings into hires. But raising pay faster can help fill open slots.
State of the Labor Market
Jobs Day Preview: The Economy Is Still Adding Jobs, but the Future Is Uncertain
The number of jobs we’ve added in recent months is solid, but the trend is downward
State of the Labor Market
Job Openings and Turnover Report, April 2019: Don’t Confuse a Slowdown for a Turndown
There are roughly 1.3 open jobs for each unemployed worker
State of the Labor Market
May 2019 Jobs Report: One of the Weakest in This Recovery
The US economy added 75,000 jobs last month, and the unemployment rate was steady at 3.6%.
State of the Labor Market
What Happens When the Good Times End?
Today unemployment is lower, wage growth is higher, and job growth is just about as strong as a year ago. So why have recession fears increased?
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