How High Will US Unemployment Go?
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How High Will US Unemployment Go?

October 31, 2022 | Article

While a US recession appears imminent, five factors suggest that it may not be accompanied by a large increase in the unemployment rate. Labor shortages may ease over the coming year but are unlikely to disappear.

 

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AUTHOR

FrankSteemers

Former Senior Economist
The Conference Board


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