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The growth was largely driven by working mothers. Flexible and remote jobs help, but the expiration of child care relief funds may hurt.
With the acceleration of baby boomer retirements, multiple sectors face long-term challenges finding enough workers to meet demand.
Federal data also shows fewer people quit last month, bringing rates back in line with pre-pandemic levels.
Reports from companies and job search sites indicate that employers are lowering the pay they offer for newly posted jobs.
The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index is up 40% over last year, aided by moderating inflation and job market strength.
Some employers use inflated job titles to keep staff on board. But without equivalent compensation, the plan can backfire.
Foreign-born workers are continuing to play a crucial role in a tight job market.
A remote corner of the U.S. might offer insight into how companies can work with the labor market they’ve got.
The “dual labor market” theory paints a picture of two very different job markets in terms of stability, pay, and mobility.
Millions of women left the workforce early in the pandemic. The strong job market and flexible working conditions have brought many back.
