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Trends in retail trade holiday employment buildups and layoffs
November 17, 2025
The winter holiday season affects employment in several retail industries each year. Among the nine retail trade industries, five typically experience employment buildups in October, November, and December, and layoffs in January and February. Employment in these industries increased by 492,000 during October, November, and December 2024, a slightly stronger holiday buildup than in 2023. Full Text »
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