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Why More U.S. Companies Are Pulling Back on Hiring

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Stock Downturn and Hiring Trends

This chapter explores the recent decline in U.S. stocks, fueled by Walmart's disappointing profits, and highlights rising concerns about costs impacting business growth. It also addresses the increase in unemployment filings and the troubling trend of employers planning to cut back on hiring, setting the stage for a deeper analysis of labor market dynamics.

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