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US job openings slip to 7.4 million, but labor market remains resilient in face of fighting in Iran
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· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the US job market are available from the Labor Department.
36 million vacancies. 54 million in May. Despite this decrease, the labor market remains resilient.
The number of openings rose in certain industries, including warehouse and transportation companies, as well as federal government agencies. However, openings dropped in other areas, such as wholesalers and manufacturers of nondurable goods. Further details on the US job market are available from the Labor Department.
The numbers were reportedly in line with economist expectations, but for more information, readers can refer to the original report.
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Category: business Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? US job openings decreased slightly in June, with employers posting 7.36 million vacancies. This is down from 7.54 million in May. Despite this decrease, the labor market remains resilient. The number…
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