Challenger: U.S. job cuts fall, hiring plans rise in 2026
Challenger reports 529,914 job cuts announced in the first eight months of 2026, the lowest since 2022. Hiring plans reached the highest year-to-date level since 2023.
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Challenger reports 529,914 job cuts announced in the first eight months of 2026, the lowest since 2022. Hiring plans reached the highest year-to-date level since 2023.