AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLabor Market Signals: U.S. unemployment claims fell to 206,000 last week, reinforcing a “stable” job market even after July’s surprise employment dip. State Hiring Snapshot: Iowa’s unemployment rate held at 3.2% for a third month; the state added 900 construction jobs but overall employment fell as local government (especially K-12 summer break) shed positions. Hiring vs. Demand Gap: ICIMS says job applications rose 6% in July while hiring stayed flat, with openings ending 17% above last year—especially in manufacturing, where demand is outpacing conversions to hires. AI’s HR Impact: Goldman Sachs reports AI exposure is slowing job openings growth, with the biggest hit landing on entry-level workers; LinkedIn data also shows women are underrepresented in AI hiring (26% of AI hires) and even less in top AI roles. Skilled Trades Pipeline: Quality Training Centers launched a calculator to estimate the cost of delaying a career switch into high-demand trades. Workforce Shortage in Education: Special education vacancies remain hard to fill, with schools citing low pay and competition from private practice. Recruiting Momentum: The U.S. military hit 2026 recruitment goals ahead of schedule, citing pay and education benefits.
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