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May 2025 Jobs Report
In Episode 30 of "The Jobs Report" podcast by Swob, host Stephanie Florio returns to unpack the latest figures from the May 2025 United States "jobs report", highlighting a labor market that remains resilient but is beginning to show early signs of softening.
From strong gains in healthcare to continued losses in retail and transportation, Florio dives into the numbers behind 185,000 new jobs and a 4.1 percent unemployment rate — the highest level since 2023. She also explores how infrastructure spending is fueling unexpected growth in construction and why steady wage gains suggest workers still hold some leverage in key sectors.
Whether you're navigating your next career move or tracking larger economic trends, this episode offers grounded insights into what's happening now and what to watch as we move deeper into 2025.
What You'll Learn-
Why job growth remains solid despite rising unemployment
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Which sectors are expanding — and which are pulling back
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How infrastructure and housing demand are boosting construction jobs
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Why healthcare continues to dominate the hiring landscape
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What stagnant labor force participation says about the current economy
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How wage growth is holding up even as the market cools
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What a "controlled slowdown" might mean for job seekers
"Healthcare and social assistance added over 60,000 jobs — it's clear this sector isn't slowing down anytime soon." — Florio "Retail and warehouse jobs continue to decline as automation reshapes how we shop and move goods." — Florio "Wages are still rising at a healthy pace. That tells us workers in key sectors still have negotiating power." — Florio "A cooling market doesn't mean crisis; it means recalibration." — Florio
Did you find this episode helpful? Don't miss more expert takes on job trends, sector shifts, and career strategies by subscribing to "The Jobs Report" podcast by Swob. New episodes drop regularly.
Follow us on social — @swobapp Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
#JobsReportPodcast #LaborMarketTrends #CareerGrowth #JobSearchInsights #SwobApp #FutureOfWork
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By STEPHANIE FLORIOIn Episode 30 of "The Jobs Report" podcast by Swob, host Stephanie Florio returns to unpack the latest figures from the May 2025 United States "jobs report", highlighting a labor market that remains resilient but is beginning to show early signs of softening.
From strong gains in healthcare to continued losses in retail and transportation, Florio dives into the numbers behind 185,000 new jobs and a 4.1 percent unemployment rate — the highest level since 2023. She also explores how infrastructure spending is fueling unexpected growth in construction and why steady wage gains suggest workers still hold some leverage in key sectors.
Whether you're navigating your next career move or tracking larger economic trends, this episode offers grounded insights into what's happening now and what to watch as we move deeper into 2025.
What You'll Learn-
Why job growth remains solid despite rising unemployment
-
Which sectors are expanding — and which are pulling back
-
How infrastructure and housing demand are boosting construction jobs
-
Why healthcare continues to dominate the hiring landscape
-
What stagnant labor force participation says about the current economy
-
How wage growth is holding up even as the market cools
-
What a "controlled slowdown" might mean for job seekers
"Healthcare and social assistance added over 60,000 jobs — it's clear this sector isn't slowing down anytime soon." — Florio "Retail and warehouse jobs continue to decline as automation reshapes how we shop and move goods." — Florio "Wages are still rising at a healthy pace. That tells us workers in key sectors still have negotiating power." — Florio "A cooling market doesn't mean crisis; it means recalibration." — Florio
Did you find this episode helpful? Don't miss more expert takes on job trends, sector shifts, and career strategies by subscribing to "The Jobs Report" podcast by Swob. New episodes drop regularly.
Follow us on social — @swobapp Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
#JobsReportPodcast #LaborMarketTrends #CareerGrowth #JobSearchInsights #SwobApp #FutureOfWork