The stronger-than-expected start this year for job creation could be in for a reality check when the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the May nonfarm payrolls report Friday.
Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect the employment rolls to show that just 80,000 jobs were added during the month, which would mark a notch step down from the average of 150,000 over the prior two months, including 115...
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The article presents a mixed picture of the labor market, with economists expecting a slowdown in job creation but also noting signs of elevated layoffs. The slowdown could be due to a "catch-up" for a labor market that was teetering at this time last year, as suggested by some prominent Wall Street voices. On the other hand, the increase in planned reductions and initial jobless claims might indicate a more challenging employment landscape.
The article ...