Day: April 20, 2021

Globe Newswire (04/13/21) Demand for temporary workers in the U.S. is expected to increase 45.0% on a seasonally adjusted basis for the 2021 second quarter, when compared with the same period in 2020, according to the Palmer Forecast by G. Palmer & Associates. The Palmer Forecast indicated an 8.6% decrease in temporary help for the 2021 first quarter. Actual results as reported by the U.S.

Staffing Industry Analysts (04/14/21) US temporary staffing revenue will grow by 11% this year to a total of $134.7 billion — surpassing the pre-pandemic level in 2019, according to the “US staffing industry forecast: April 2021 update” report released Tuesday by SIA. Temporary staffing revenue had fallen by 8% last year as Covid-19 took hold and measures to fight the disease also hit the economy.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (04/14/21) National economic activity accelerated to a moderate pace from late February to early April. Consumer spending strengthened. The picture in nonfinancial services generally improved, partly supported by strengthening demand for transportation, professional and business, and leisure and hospitality services. Despite widespread supply chain disruptions, manufacturing activity expanded further with half the Federal Reserve Districts citing robust growth. Outlooks were