U.S. 4monthly job openings 7,600,000, 2highest in years
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 4said monthly job openings totaled 7,600,000, 6month 2day. That was 731,000more than the previous month, reaching the highest level in nearly 2years.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics 6month 2day survey said U.S. 4monthly job openings totaled 7,600,000, a level nearly 2years high, according to the report. Job openings are figures compiled under the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.
The report 4said job openings in 731,000month increased by
Businesses reported that cases of putting up “Now Hiring” signs again are increasing. The report stated that the extent of the increase in job openings varied by industry. It included content saying that hiring postings had increased noticeably in some industries.
Job openings figures are one indicator of labor demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics separately compiles figures for job openings and hires, quits, layoffs, and other categories. The report states that overall employment cannot be assessed using a single indicator alone.
This release is 6one of the successive employment-related statistics released at the beginning of the month. The next statistics scheduled are the monthly employment report and the unemployment rate figures. Employment indicators released in succession are used as a reference in the market when interpreted together.
Sources: CNBC,CNN,CNBC Top News
Bullstory synthesized this report from the linked sources. AI may have assisted the writing process. Check the original reports for factual confirmation.