US job openings rise to 8 million as labor market remains sturdy
The Labor Department reported Tuesday that employers posted 8 million vacancies in August, up from 7.7 million in July. Economists had expected openings to be virtually unchanged. Layoffs fell in August. But the number of Americans quitting their jobs — a sign of confidence in the labor market — slid in August.
Posted by Hicham ALAOUI RIZQ on 2024, Oct 01
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The Labor Department reported Tuesday that employers posted 8 million vacancies in August, up from 7.7 million in July. Economists had expected openings to be virtually unchanged. Layoffs fell in August. But the number of Americans quitting their jobs — a sign of confidence in the labor market — slid in August.
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