The 2025 "Great Revision": Whatâs Really Happening in the Job Market? đ đŒ
We just got a reality check on the U.S. economy. While January 2026 looked strong on the surface, the government just revised 2025âs data to show it was actually the weakest year for hiring in over two decades (outside of 2020).
The Breakdown:
The "Low-Hire, Low-Fire" Trap: Companies aren't doing mass layoffs, but they arenât hiring either. Most of the new jobs are stuck in healthcare or specialized construction.
Jobless Growth: The economy is growing, but itâs not creating many jobs. Automation and AI are doing more of the heavy lifting.
Worker Impact: If you have a job, youâre likely staying put. The "quit and switch" era is officially over, and the time it takes to find a new role is stretching out.
Bottom Line: The labor market is stable but brittle. With 2026 recession fears hovering around 40%, all eyes are on the Fed to see if theyâll finally lower rates to jumpstart hiring.
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