Staffing Industry Analysts (08/02/2022) The number of US job openings fell to 10.7 million in June, a decrease of approximately 605,000 from May, according to seasonally adjusted data released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. They were at their lowest level since September 2021. Still, the number of openings were up year over year. The number of separations also fell in June when compared
In search of your next great job opportunity? Graham Personnel Services (GPS) will have staff members at the Greensboro NCWorks location every Wednesday, from August 3 – September 7, to assist job seekers! Come on in and learn about our open roles in light industrial, professional, clerical, and more. You can apply and interview on the spot, and (depending on the role) even start your
U.S. News & World Report (07/08/22) Smart, Tim In June, the job market exceeded expectations, with employers adding new jobs despite concerns over rising interest rates and the possibility of a recession. The American Staffing Association reported a record-high staffing index for the month, indicating ongoing demand for new employees. While some economic indicators suggest a slowing economy, hiring confidence remains strong, fueled by employers’
Associated Press (07/08/22) Rugaber, Christopher The June hiring report has eased concerns of an impending recession in the U.S. economy, indicating a healthy labor market. However, the data also underscores a significant divergence between the labor market’s strength and other economic indicators, suggesting a critical juncture for the economy. While robust hiring and wage growth could bolster economic resilience, inflation and rising borrowing rates orchestrated
Staffing Industry Analysts (07/06/22) US job openings fell by 427,000 in May compared to April to 11.25 million but still far exceed the number of job seekers, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Figures for hires and total separations were little changed. The largest decreases in job openings were in professional and business services, down by 325,000; durable goods manufacturing, down by 138,000; and
National Federation of Independent Business (07/07/22) Half of small business owners (seasonally adjusted) reported job openings they could not fill in the current period, down one point from May’s 48-year record high, according to the National Federation of Independent Business. Some 23% of owners said that labor quality was their top business problem, unchanged from May and in second place behind inflation. Eight percent cited
