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Job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in May; U.S. labor market proves resilient
By Paul Wiseman, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
U.S. job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in May as the American labor market remains resilient in the face of the economic shock from the Iran war.Forecasters had expected employers to post just 7 million openings in May.The job market is sturdy but not exactly booming. Layof...
Key takeaway job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The resilience of the US labor market is a welcome sign for Terrell Hills residents, who have seen their local economy impacted by broader national trends. With job openings remaining strong, it's likely that local businesses in Terrell Hills will continue to have a steady pool of candidates to choose from when hiring. However, the fact that gross hiring has dipped and layoffs have risen may give some local employers pause, particularly if they're considering expansion or new investments. As the city's residents await the latest jobs report, they'll be watching to see how the national trends play out in their own community, and whether the local job market will continue to chug along despite the economic uncertainty. The low unemployment rate and limited job growth needed to maintain it may also have implications for local workforce development initiatives and how city leaders approach economic development in Terrell Hills.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? U.S. job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in May as the American labor market remains resilient in the face of the economic shock from the Iran war.Forecasters had expected employers to post just 7 million openings in May.The job market is sturdy but not exactly booming. Layof...
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