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US Job Openings Surge, But Hiring Slows

Author: The Daily News Now! March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:16

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U.S. job openings surge to nearly seven million in January, defying expectations in a sluggish labor market. Employers, however, have been slashing jobs and adding positions at a slow pace, with economic growth also slowing down. The war in Iran adds further uncertainty to the economic outlook.

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