U.S. August 2025 Job Openings Data: A Barometer of Labor Market Confidence
On September 3, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor released the August JOLTs Job Openings report. The reported figure was 7.181 million, with no forecast provided; the previous value was also 7.181 million.Definition: JOLTs, or the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, includes key indicators such as job openings, hires, layoffs, and voluntary quit rates, offering insights into labor market efficiency and employee confidence. Market Impact: These metrics are among Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen’s preferred labor market indicators and are considered effective gauges of current economic conditions.Data Importance: Rated at level 3. The statistics are compiled monthly by the U.S. Department of Labor and published on schedule. Release Frequency: Monthly; the next publication is scheduled for November 4, 2025.
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