The labor market is tight, with many employers desperate for workers. But there are signs it’s starting to stabilize.
Job openings rose to a new record high in June, but hiring also increased. That could be a sign that supply pressures are beginning to ease. July also saw a big jump in hiring.
But the surging delta variant is raising concerns about whether the momentum can continue.
What’s next for the economy? Thursday at 9 a.m., host Chris Farrell will get the scoop straight from Neel Kashkari, who leads the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis. They’ll talk about the labor market, the potential for inflation and how the remaining months of 2021 might look for the Ninth District.
Guest:
Neel Kashkari is the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.