A 'jobless boom' is shaping up to be the story of the 2026 economy

Tech Insider : Economy, Economy, Business
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A strong economy doesn't mean good news for job seekers this time around.

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4 takeaways from the final jobs report of the year

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Economists said new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics still show a stagnant job market.

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The US added 64,000 jobs in November — but it wasn't all good news

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics published new labor market data on Tuesday.

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My job offers little chance for career growth, but I'm sticking with it. It gives me the flexibility I need as a parent.

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The author (not shown) has chosen to stay in a job with little chance for career growth.

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Tariffs are making their way into the grocery aisle, from coffee beans to eggs

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Tariffs are driving up prices on everything from groceries to auto parts, months ahead of holiday shopping.

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20 high-paying jobs that are projected to grow a lot over the next decade

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Software developer employment is projected to grow by 267,700 from 2024 to 2034.

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Job growth bounced back in November before the Fed's last interest-rate decision of the year

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The jobs market had a very strong September

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The 15 fastest-growing jobs in the US

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Restaurants and hotels were helping power the booming job market. Now, they're barely hiring.

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The leisure and hospitality sector is seeing smaller monthly job gains.

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