Labor market shows signs of cooling as hiring slows
Economists and Fed officials warn labor conditions may deteriorate as job openings drop to 8.1 million in April, a three year low, with quits at 2.2 percent and openings per job seeker at 1.2. Nonfarm payrolls rose 206,000 in June, while June unemployment edged higher, signaling a possible shift from the postpandemic tight labor market.
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U.S
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Hotels face staffing crunch as demand stays high
The AHLA survey of 456 hoteliers during May 16–24 finds more than 75 percent report staff shortages with 13 percent severe. Hiring stays tight across housekeeping front desk and culinary roles despite wage boosts and perks.
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
AHSA
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Americans say need over $200K to feel secure financially
A Bankrate survey finds Americans estimate $233,000 yearly to be financially secure and about $483,000 to feel rich. The data show broad insecurity, with 72 percent not fully financially secure, and disparities by gender race age and region amid high inflation and rising rates.
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U.S
Erners
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