From macro employment shifts to sector‑specific cost trends, Recruitics distills billions of talent‑signal datapoints into clear, real‑time intelligence. Our proprietary pricing dataset—which powers Talivity’s Talent Market Index (TMI)—combined with authoritative federal statistics and forward‑looking economic indicators equips talent leaders with an unparalleled 360° view of the U.S. labor market.
The economy added 139,000 jobs in May 2025, down from 147,000 in April
Unemployment steady at 4.2%
Applications per job dropped to 4.8, down from 5.6 the same time last year
Employers are planning with precision. While overall growth slows, targeted investment continues in healthcare, logistics, and emerging tech.
Hospitality and food services will face peak stress tests in June–August. Regional demand may outpace supply in vacation-heavy markets.
We’re watching the bifurcation of white-collar hiring: legacy roles consolidate while specialized AI and data talent attract premiums.
With job seeker sentiment down and applications per job shrinking, standing out to passive talent will depend on strong storytelling and fast follow-through.
Recruitics provides actionable insights into labor market dynamics through diverse, reliable data sources. Below is a high-level view of key sources and inputs:
Provided by Talivity, powered by Recruitics data; tracks talent attraction pricing across industries.
Official job and unemployment data providing foundational labor market metrics.
Consumer sentiment surveys, economic outlooks, and industry-specific analyses.
Provided by Talivity, powered by Recruitics data; tracks talent attraction pricing across industries.
Talent Market Index (TMI)
Official job and unemployment data providing foundational labor market metrics.
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Consumer sentiment surveys, economic outlooks, and industry-specific analyses.
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