Job openings increased to 6.9 million in January. This marks an increase from 6.6 million in December. Layoffs also decreased, reaching 1%, a year-and-a-half low. However, the hiring rate remained flat at 3.3%. Overall, the January data indicates a relatively stable labor market with tentative improvements.
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