The job market may be strong, but tell that to anyone looking for work or feeling stuck

Oct. 11, 2024 - Business Insider

September's robust job growth signaled what looks like a booming labor market. In general, the job market is booming.

There's some tension hiding in the dataOn its face, the labor market is looking rosy. Job openings ticked up in August but have been broadly declining since 2022, adding to the tough labor market picture for job seekers.

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