Labor Market
Temp Jobs Bounce Back
Temporary help employment rose by 18,600 in October after the year's largest monthly drop. Economists watch it as an early read on hiring.
Logistics and Retail
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Industries
Holiday Hiring Plans Reach Their Highest October Level Since 2009
Announced seasonal hiring reached its highest October level since 2009, driven by Amazon and UPS. Fewer companies announced plans than a year earlier.
Industries
Couriers Hire as UPS Shrinks
Transportation and warehousing added 25,000 jobs in October, led by couriers. Automation and network changes at UPS are reshaping the sector at the same time.
Kentucky
What UPS's 30,000 Job Cuts Could Mean for Louisville
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 operational jobs in 2026 through buyouts and attrition and close 24 buildings. Louisville is home to its Worldport hub.
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