Juan Carlos, waiting outside Home Depot, carries a message on his T-shirt, 'We built this city,' representing hard-working individuals who constructed the urban landscape of New York.
"This return to office, it's still happening, absolutely. I think with this economic climate, we'll really see what companies are thinking."
"Private demand for labor is slowing," Pantheon’s Samuel Tombs said in a note to clients after the official number came out. "The robust headline figure is entirely due to a massive 80K increase in state and local government payrolls, of which 64K are education jobs. ... This large boost probably will unwind."
In the market for goods and services, consumers of all ages are more likely to support brands with purpose built on sustainability, fair prices, good business practices, and positive contributions to society. People are willing to pay more for these products and services, and their willingness to engage with these brands over others increases each year.
Fifty-nine percent of workers prioritized employability over inspiring roles, showing a significant shift toward valuing job security and work-life balance amidst a changing labor market.