July layoffs drop to lowest level in 2 years, Challenger says
Fox Business
Layoffs dropped to their lowest level in two years in July, with a 27% decrease from June, as companies increased hiring plans. While the tech sector accounted for 31% of all job cuts announced this year due to AI-related restructuring, overall layoffs fell significantly compared to the previous year. Experts note that AI is reshaping the labor market rather than dismantling it.
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