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Data Round-Up: NFIB, JOLTS Show Improving Labor Markets, Rising Wages

posted by Michael Lewis on August 12, 2014

Found in US, categorized in Growth Outlook and Business Cycle

Tags: small business optimism index labor turnover survey job opening

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After a long drought, small firms have begun to increase hiring. They also report paying higher wages and greater difficulty finding qualified workers -- signs of an improving, some might say tightening, labor market.

Abstract

FMI’s reviews of today’s July NFIB Small Business Optimism Index and June Job Openings & Labor Turnover Survey data.

About Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis

Mike Lewis founded Free Market Inc. (FMI) in 1982 as a full-service economic consulting firm, providing insights and in-depth data analysis primarily for institutional money managers and corporate planning directors.

FMI has compiled a solid record of timely, independent and accurate economic forecasts.  FMI blends its unique analysis of indicators and experience with economic cycles into a consistent overall outlook. They offer both a comprehensive overview and in-depth detail that enable clients to integrate FMI’s insights into their decision-making process.

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