Job Market Anxiety Soars as U.S. Workers Face Record-Breaking Layoffs
A staggering 81% of American workers fear job loss in 2025 amid the highest monthly layoffs since COVID-19. With over 275,000 job cuts in March alone, employees are adopting a 'stay put' mentality while focusing on skill development to remain competitive.
Sex Workers Signal Economic Downturn: Industry Data Points to Possible Recession
Sex workers and adult entertainers across Europe and the US are reporting dramatic declines in revenue and customer spending, potentially signaling an economic slowdown. From legal brothels to strip clubs, industry workers are seeing concerning shifts in consumer behavior that historically correlate with approaching recessions.
Great Recession's Ghost: How Construction Worker Exodus Still Haunts Housing Market
A decade after the 2008 housing crash, regions hit hardest by the Great Recession face 17-20% fewer construction workers and significantly reduced housing production. This lasting workforce decline continues to restrict housing supply and drive up costs nationwide, despite strong demand.
US Labor Market Signals Recession Risk Despite Wall Street Optimism
Société Générale analysts warn of potential US recession as November's unemployment rate surpasses key threshold. The concerning labor market indicator, which has preceded every economic downturn since 1950, contrasts sharply with Wall Street's bullish outlook for 2024.