Despite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in May reached 7.6 million, exceeding expectations. Layoffs increased slightly, but job quits saw only a minor uptick, indicating continued worker confidence. This resilience marks a significant rebound from a weak 2025, with employers adding an average of nearly 114,000 jobs monthly this year.

Recent federal data has indicated positive growth in the job market.

Good news for job seekers: The number of available positions in the United States increased for the second month in a row.

Despite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in May reached 7.6 million, exceeding…