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JOLTS
As the job market cools, "job churn" is leveling off from historic pandemic highs
by
Justin Ho
Feb 1, 2023
The more people switch jobs, the better the odds anybody can find a better one.
Why job openings data might not mean what we think it means
by
Justin Ho
Oct 17, 2022
JOLTS numbers can tell us about demand for workers. But the data doesn't say how hard employers are trying to hire somebody.
There are fewer job openings in the U.S. That could be a sign that the Fed's rate hikes are working.
by
Lily Jamali
Oct 4, 2022
There's less demand for workers in retail and many service sectors.
Job openings rise unexpectedly. Is that a big deal?
Aug 30, 2022
It pushes back on the idea that the economy is slowing. But the number of workers who quit, were hired or were laid off didn’t change much.
Most workers who switched jobs earned more, Pew study finds
Jul 28, 2022
Even when adjusted for inflation, 60% percent of workers who changed jobs earned more in their new roles.
Is the "Great Resignation" actually normal for the labor market?
by
Amy Scott
and Andie Corban
Apr 5, 2022
Bart Hobijn of the San Francisco Fed finds that during fast recoveries, workers often leave companies to join other companies.
4.2 million people quit their jobs in October
Dec 8, 2021
That was down slightly from September, but still high. Some say watch that figure to know what will happen to the economy in 2022.
For public good, not for profit.
Why are people still leaving their jobs as the pandemic continues?
Dec 8, 2021
Workers are making their physical and mental health a priority.
A record number of job openings, but only so-so on the hiring front
Sep 8, 2021
In some sectors, there aren’t enough job openings, like in construction, education and the arts. And in others, there are too many, like food servic
Nearly two job seekers for every job: What it's like to look for work now
Nov 10, 2020
The unemployment rate is down, and more people are returning to the labor force. But finding a job isn't easy.