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fromFortune
14 hours ago

Stunning new data reveals 140% layoff spike in July, with almost half connected to AI and 'technological updates'

Employers across the U.S. announced 62,075 job cuts in July, a 29% increase from June and a 140% surge over July 2024, ending the typical midsummer lull.
Artificial intelligence
#federal-reserve
fromFortune
22 hours ago
US politics

Markets are near-certain of a September rate cut as more presidents turn dovish overnight

fromFortune
3 days ago
US politics

Labor department's data upset may have sealed the deal for a base rate cut

fromFortune
4 weeks ago
US politics

There's a 'growing risk' Fed will have to cut interest rates by 50 basis points in December to 'catch up' to a sagging labor market, Oxford Economics

fromFortune
22 hours ago
US politics

Markets are near-certain of a September rate cut as more presidents turn dovish overnight

fromFortune
3 days ago
US politics

Labor department's data upset may have sealed the deal for a base rate cut

fromFortune
4 weeks ago
US politics

There's a 'growing risk' Fed will have to cut interest rates by 50 basis points in December to 'catch up' to a sagging labor market, Oxford Economics

fromAxios
23 hours ago

CEO confidence bounces back as trade and tariff worries ease

Confidence among CEOs has increased but remains below 50, reflecting more negative than positive sentiments about the economy.
#us-dollar
fromFlowingData
2 days ago

Former Economic chairs on the BLS firing

Accurate economic data is essential for informed decision-making by leaders. The federal government established 13 statistical agencies, including the BLS, to provide this crucial information.
US politics
#us-economy
fromFortune
2 days ago
US politics

UBS sounds the alarm on 'stall speed' as the economy shows signs of running out of gas

fromFortune
2 days ago
US politics

UBS sounds the alarm on 'stall speed' as the economy shows signs of running out of gas

US politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Doesn't Like Jobs Numbers, Fires Head of Labor Stats

Trump's firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner is a serious concern for data integrity.
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Should foreigners in southern Sweden look for jobs in Copenhagen?

Denmark has the best labour market in Europe, with positions available in every field. The country has an aging population and has maintained strict migration laws.
Miscellaneous
#recession
fromFortune
3 days ago

Top analyst says the next 5 years could see 'no growth in workers at all' and sends a warning about the fate of the U.S. economy

With America's workforce in a demographic crunch and historic changes in immigration policy under way, it is "quite possible that the next five years will see no growth in workers at all."
US politics
US politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Here's what the doomsayers are getting wrong about the job market, according to a Wall Street veteran

Weak payroll gains stem from limited labor supply, not decreased demand.
#unemployment
fromFortune
3 days ago
US politics

Former GE CEO Jack Welch once claimed the jobs numbers were faked. How did that turn out?

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Unemployment rate surges to highest since 2021 as wage growth eases sharply

Britain's unemployment rate has surged to its highest level in nearly four years, indicating economic strain.
US politics
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

May Jobs Reports Reveals Flat Unemployment Rate and Steady Job Growth-but Federal Worker Firings Continued Amid Recession Fears

U.S. unemployment held steady at 4.2% in May, with job growth mainly in health care, hospitality, and social assistance despite rising economic uncertainty.
fromFortune
3 days ago
US politics

Former GE CEO Jack Welch once claimed the jobs numbers were faked. How did that turn out?

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Unemployment rate surges to highest since 2021 as wage growth eases sharply

Britain's unemployment rate has surged to its highest level in nearly four years, indicating economic strain.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
US politics

May Jobs Reports Reveals Flat Unemployment Rate and Steady Job Growth-but Federal Worker Firings Continued Amid Recession Fears

US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

As Trump's tariffs take shape, is America really winning?

Trump asserts tariffs will make America great, but economic indicators show rising inflation and a cooling labor market.
#economy
fromFortune
4 days ago
US politics

Top economist warns the U.S. is 'on the precipice of recession' - and it will be hard for the Fed to come to the rescue

fromFortune
4 days ago
US politics

Top economist warns the U.S. is 'on the precipice of recession' - and it will be hard for the Fed to come to the rescue

#artificial-intelligence
fromAxios
5 days ago
Agriculture

Blue-collar revenge: The things AI can't do are making a comeback

fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

AI is driving mass layoffs in tech, but it's boosting salaries by $18,000 a year everywhere else, study says

fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

New York Requiring Companies to Reveal If AI Caused Layoffs | Entrepreneur

New York mandates companies disclose if AI is responsible for layoffs, signaling heightened regulatory concern over AI's impact on employment.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Will Devastate the Future of Work. But Only If We Let It

AI will transform the economy, but the critical issue is whether it will enhance human work or merely replace it.
fromAxios
5 days ago
Agriculture

Blue-collar revenge: The things AI can't do are making a comeback

fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

AI is driving mass layoffs in tech, but it's boosting salaries by $18,000 a year everywhere else, study says

Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

New York Requiring Companies to Reveal If AI Caused Layoffs | Entrepreneur

New York mandates companies disclose if AI is responsible for layoffs, signaling heightened regulatory concern over AI's impact on employment.
Careers
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

What Is The Great Reshuffle And How Is It Affecting The Job Market?

The Great Resignation led to the Great Reshuffle, where employees are changing jobs for fulfillment and better work-life balance.
#ai-impact
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Sam Altman Says OpenAI Is Poised to Wipe Out Entire Categories of Human Jobs

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

As job losses loom, Anthropic launches program to track AI's economic fallout | TechCrunch

fromFuturism
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Sam Altman Says OpenAI Is Poised to Wipe Out Entire Categories of Human Jobs

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

As job losses loom, Anthropic launches program to track AI's economic fallout | TechCrunch

fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

New home sales show why residential construction is in a recession

New home sales in June 2025 are 0.6% higher than May 2025 but 6.6% lower than June 2024.
#migration
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

US signals intention to rethinkjob H-1B lottery

In 2023, American colleges graduated 134,153 citizens or green card holders with bachelor's or master's degrees in computer science. That same year, our federal government handed out 200,000 H-1B visas.”
US politics
#uk-economy
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago
UK politics

UK payrolls see biggest drop since covid as wage growth slows and job market weakens

UK labor market sees significant payroll employment decline, highest since pandemic peak.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK news

UK firms hold off on hiring as job vacancies fall

UK job vacancies have decreased significantly as companies hesitate to hire or replace departing workers.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

UK payrolls see biggest drop since covid as wage growth slows and job market weakens

UK labor market sees significant payroll employment decline, highest since pandemic peak.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

The Rolling Stones, real estate, and reality checks

While private sector employment made a lackluster gain of 74,000, government job creation, especially in education, significantly inflated the total to 147,000, showcasing a profound irony.
US politics
#immigration
fromNature
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Immigrant-native pay gap driven by lack of access to high-paying jobs - Nature

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

For the first time in decades, the U.S. will likely experience negative net migration, shrinking the U.S. workforce-and economic growth by extension

UK news
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Immigrants contribute more to the Swedish economy than people born in Sweden

Immigrants in Sweden, especially Indians, contribute more to the economy than native-born citizens.
fromNature
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Immigrant-native pay gap driven by lack of access to high-paying jobs - Nature

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

For the first time in decades, the U.S. will likely experience negative net migration, shrinking the U.S. workforce-and economic growth by extension

Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

The Housing Market Keeps Tilting in Favor of Homebuyers

The housing market is shifting towards homebuyers due to increased inventory and fewer sellers willing to lower prices.
Higher education
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The college degree 'safety premium' is almost gone-but mainly because so many non-grads have given up looking for work

Labor market for recent college graduates has weakened, reducing their traditional job advantage over non-degree peers to historic lows.
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

Germany's skilled labour shortage intensifies across industries

Germany faces an acute shortage of skilled workers, with deficits in 163 recognized shortage professions and unfilled skilled job estimates expected to rise significantly over coming years.
Germany news
fromHR Dive
3 weeks ago

As companies embrace contingent workforces, misclassification risks emerge

In the US, the number of contingent workers is poised to increase significantly, with 65% of companies intending to ramp up reliance on such labor in the coming years.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Fear at the day labor spot: The migrant workers struggling to find jobs outside a Home Depot

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.
New York City
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Give asylum seekers the right to work in Britain | Letter

Allowing asylum seekers to work legally, instead of targeting them for illegal work, benefits the economy significantly.
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

No Evidence that Worksite Immigration Raids Free Up Jobs for Citizens

The Trump administration's immigration raids have devastated families and shown little effectiveness in improving labor market conditions.
fromFortune
1 month ago

The CEO of one of the largest office maintenance firms in America says employers are changing their workspaces in 4 key ways

CEOs are secretly aiming to increase in-person workdays as the labor market shifts power back to employers.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 month ago

Ford CEO Jim Farley warns AI will wipe out half of white-collar jobs, but the 'essential economy' has a huge shortage of workers

Artificial intelligence could halve white-collar jobs in the U.S., highlighting the need to revive blue-collar skilled trades.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Why Wall Street got the jobs number so wrong

U.S. jobs report exceeded expectations, showing 147,000 new nonfarm payrolls despite analysts predicting lower growth.
#stock-market
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Stocks hit another record as House sends Trump $4.5 trillion bill to kick off July 4 weekend

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Stocks hit another record as House sends Trump $4.5 trillion bill to kick off July 4 weekend

#job-growth
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Here are the winners and losers in today's job market

Healthcare and service sectors show strong job growth, benefitting workers in those fields.
White-collar job seekers and new graduates face challenges in a mixed labor market.
Productivity
fromTalkMarkets
1 month ago

The Weird And Lovely Surge Of US Productivity Growth

Rising living standards rely on productivity growth, currently experiencing a temporary increase post-Covid.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Ford's CEO is the latest exec to warn that AI will wipe out half of white-collar jobs

"Artificial intelligence is going to replace literally half of all white-collar workers in the US," Farley said. That's why, he said, more people are looking to the skilled trades.
Tech industry
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Government job growth kills possibility of July rate cut

Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 147,000 in June with an unemployment rate of 4.1 percent, influenced by state government hiring.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

US private sector lost 33,000 jobs in June, missing expectations for an increase of 115,000

US private sector experienced job losses in June, the first decline in over two years.
fromThe 19th
1 month ago

Women in their 20s and 30s are working more than ever before

Young women are joining the labor force at higher rates while young men increasingly engage in caregiving roles.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Fed chair Powell says AI is coming for your job

AI’s effect on the economy to date is probably not great yet, but it has enormous capabilities to make really significant changes in the economy and labor force.
Artificial intelligence
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany updates: Many want to work, but can't DW 06/27/2025

Germany has a large untapped labor force due to childcare and health concerns affecting workforce participation.
The conscription debate in Germany continues amidst a labor shortage, with voluntary service being favored.
#immigration-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany urgently needs to attract migrant workers it just doesn't want them to feel welcome | Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Germany politics

Germany urgently needs to attract migrant workers it just doesn't want them to feel welcome | Chris Reiter and Will Wilkes

Startup companies
fromFortune
1 month ago

The chief people officer of ServiceNow says new hires face a few key pitfalls-and offers some critical advice

In-person presence and active idea contribution are vital for new hires' success in today's labor market.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

20 of the highest-paid entry-level retail jobs in the US, from ALDI to Aritzia

Retail wages have increased significantly due to high demand for workers, with entry-level jobs now starting above $17 an hour.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I'm scared to death to leave my house': immigrants are disappearing from the streets can US cities survive?

Increased immigration enforcement is negatively impacting local economies, particularly in immigrant-heavy areas like Santa Ana.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The anti-woke crowd won't kill purpose

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.
Growth hacking
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Israel's economy proves resilient despite multiple conflicts DW 06/18/2025

The ongoing conflict is putting significant financial strain on Israel's economy due to rising military costs and labor shortages.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: One in four immigrants doesn't want to stay DW 06/17/2025

Germany faces a skilled worker shortage despite a significant immigrant workforce considering leaving.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Companies Warn SEC That Mass Deportations Pose Serious Business Risk

The holding companies for banks such as Bridgewater Bancshares and Heartland Bank and Trust Company mentioned deportations may affect their 'forward looking statements' but weren't clear on the outcomes.
European startups
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Sweden set to raise work permit salary threshold this week

The work permit salary threshold for non-EU foreigners in Sweden is set at 80% of the median salary, currently 28,480 kronor monthly before tax.
UK news
London startup
fromCity AM
1 month ago

UK firms dodge Reeves' tax raid with WFH roles abroad

UK firms are employing South African workers remotely to avoid high taxes and costs imposed by UK regulations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Not What You Wanted to See': Fox Host Presses Trump Labor Secretary on Jobs Report

The recent jobs report shows a decline in manufacturing jobs despite efforts to boost domestic production.
US news
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

May Jobs Report Shows a 'Steady But Cautious' Labor Market | Entrepreneur

The U.S. labor market is showing signs of caution, with steady unemployment and job additions declining.
A temporary chill in hiring is noted, with a stable unemployment rate of 4.2%.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Can London retain tech talent in a post-Brexit economy? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Besides the obvious repercussions of Brexit, there have also been more specific repercussions in many different industries, including the tech industry.
UK politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Mortgage rates fall on ADP report. What happens on Jobs Friday?

The ADP's latest jobs report showed a significant miss, coming in at 37,000 jobs added, far below the anticipated 110,000, impacting bond yields.
US news
#job-openings
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Can bringing back manufacturing help the heartland catch up with 'superstar' cities?

The problem is not too few manufacturing jobs. The problem is too few good jobs for workers without a college education. Policymakers should address the latter instead.
Tech industry
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