The number of job openings remained at 11.3 million on the last business day of February, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This number is in line with what was reported for the last...
Women, and especially women of color, have been disproportionately affected by occupational segregation and pandemic job losses, according to a new report released by the US Department of Labor.
“Occupational segregation” refers to the fact that women are over- or...
The US Conference Board Leading Economic Index (LEI) rose 0.3% to reach 119.9 in February, partially reversing January's 0.5% drop.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine, however, has yet to show its full impact on the LEI and could slow economic...
The number of people leaving their jobs inched down at the beginning of the new year, with 4.3 million quits in January, according to BLS data released today. This is only a -151,000 change from December.
There were 11.3 million...
The Conference Board Employment Trends Index climbed to 119.18, after coming in at 118.15 in January (revised from 117.62). This suggests steady job growth ahead, though economic growth rates are expected to decelerate compared to 2021.
“Still, with the labor...
Nonfarm payroll employment increased by 678,000 jobs in February, following the addition of 481,000 jobs in January (revised), according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. There are still 2.1 million jobs left to gain to...
Our top articles from February include a look at the types of employees who are most likely to leave their jobs, as well as increases in high-end independent workers and recruiting costs in 2021.
#1. These Employees Have the Highest...
The number of highly skilled independent workers rose sharply in 2021, according to research released by Business Talent Group. The 2022 Talent Lens report revealed that the number of high-earning independents who make more than $100,000 annually increased almost...
In January, the US Conference Board Leading Economic Index declined by 0.3% to 119.6. This comes after increases in both December (+0.7%) and November (+0.8%) and is the first decline in the index since February 2021.
“Initial claims for unemployment insurance,...
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) published its latest Staffing 100 list today to recognize influential leaders in staffing who are moving the industry forward, even in the face of significant changes in the world of work. This year’s list, the...