U.S. layoffs drop nearly 40% in 2026 to four-year low, new data shows
U.S. layoffs have decreased by nearly 40% in 2026, reaching a four-year low, while hiring plans have increased by 3%.
Hiring plans are up 3% so far this year, signaling the labor market remains resilient, experts say.
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