What this means for you

Expect a steady, less volatile hiring environment, as companies are retaining staff and layoffs are at a two-year low. Focus on demonstrating how you can immediately contribute to productivity and efficiency, aligning with the trend of accelerating worker output. The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased slightly last week, while layoffs dropped to a two-year low in July, consistent with a stable labour market.Other data on Thur...