The Job Market Flexes Its Muscle
Mike Dickson, Ph.D.
February 19, 2026
Much stronger growth than expected last month After a volatile 2025, the job market has
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Much stronger growth than expected last month After a volatile 2025, the job market has
What Happened Last Week Weak Payroll Data: Friday’s weak labor data and massive downward revisions
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Much stronger growth than expected last month After a volatile 2025, the job market has started 2026 with some much-needed strength U.S. employers added a
What Happened Last Week Weak Payroll Data: Friday’s weak labor data and massive downward revisions for the prior two months disappointed investors. Bureau of Labor