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The April Jobs Report
In this episode of "The Jobs Report Podcast" by Swob, host Alexander Florio dives into the latest numbers from the April 2025 United States Jobs Report, revealing a labor market that's holding steady on the surface but showing signs of deeper shifts beneath.
From unexpected job gains to sector slowdowns, Florio unpacks what 177,000 new jobs and a 4.2% unemployment rate really mean. He also explores how U.S. trade policy, particularly new tariffs under President Donald Trump, could influence hiring trends, and why Canada's softening job market might be a warning sign.
Whether you're a job seeker, an employer, or simply trying to make sense of what's ahead, this episode offers grounded analysis and fresh insight into the evolving employment landscape.
What You'll Learn-
Why job growth outpaced expectations but still slowed from March
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What the stability in unemployment actually signals
-
Which sectors are growing (and which are shrinking)
-
How U.S. trade policy and tariffs could impact future employment
-
What's happening north of the border with Canada's labor market
-
Why resilience in healthcare and transportation matters right now
-
What to watch for in the months ahead as economic caution grows
"Healthcare added over 50,000 jobs, it continues to be one of the most reliable sectors in this market." — Florio "Tariffs may not have hit April's numbers hard, but economists are saying the real impact is coming." — Florio "Resilience doesn't mean there's no risk. It means we're not seeing the full picture yet." — Florio "Canada's employment index dipping to 48 is subtle, but it matters, especially when seen alongside slowing U.S. growth." — Florio
Did you find this episode helpful? Don't miss more conversations on job trends, economic shifts, and career strategies by subscribing to "The Jobs Report Podcast" by Swob. New episodes drop regularly.
Follow us on social media — @swobapp Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
#JobsReportPodcast #LaborMarketTrends #CareerGrowth #JobSearchInsights #SwobApp #FutureOfWork
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By STEPHANIE FLORIOIn this episode of "The Jobs Report Podcast" by Swob, host Alexander Florio dives into the latest numbers from the April 2025 United States Jobs Report, revealing a labor market that's holding steady on the surface but showing signs of deeper shifts beneath.
From unexpected job gains to sector slowdowns, Florio unpacks what 177,000 new jobs and a 4.2% unemployment rate really mean. He also explores how U.S. trade policy, particularly new tariffs under President Donald Trump, could influence hiring trends, and why Canada's softening job market might be a warning sign.
Whether you're a job seeker, an employer, or simply trying to make sense of what's ahead, this episode offers grounded analysis and fresh insight into the evolving employment landscape.
What You'll Learn-
Why job growth outpaced expectations but still slowed from March
-
What the stability in unemployment actually signals
-
Which sectors are growing (and which are shrinking)
-
How U.S. trade policy and tariffs could impact future employment
-
What's happening north of the border with Canada's labor market
-
Why resilience in healthcare and transportation matters right now
-
What to watch for in the months ahead as economic caution grows
"Healthcare added over 50,000 jobs, it continues to be one of the most reliable sectors in this market." — Florio "Tariffs may not have hit April's numbers hard, but economists are saying the real impact is coming." — Florio "Resilience doesn't mean there's no risk. It means we're not seeing the full picture yet." — Florio "Canada's employment index dipping to 48 is subtle, but it matters, especially when seen alongside slowing U.S. growth." — Florio
Did you find this episode helpful? Don't miss more conversations on job trends, economic shifts, and career strategies by subscribing to "The Jobs Report Podcast" by Swob. New episodes drop regularly.
Follow us on social media — @swobapp Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
#JobsReportPodcast #LaborMarketTrends #CareerGrowth #JobSearchInsights #SwobApp #FutureOfWork