June 2025 U.S. Labor Market Update - May Jobs Report
Recruitics
JUNE 16, 2025
The May jobs report shows a labor market that’s still hanging on. But not without a few warning signs. Hiring’s slowing, workers are staying put, and AI and immigration are starting to shake things up. Key Takeaways Hiring’s still happening, but with hesitation. The U.S. added 139,000 jobs in May, mostly in healthcare and hospitality. However, private sector growth was soft, and federal job cuts continue to drag down the totals.
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