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  • The Hidden Hiring Signal in Wage Stagnation at the Bottom

    The Hidden Hiring Signal in Wage Stagnation at the Bottom
    2026/06/09
    Episode 40 of The Job Market Podcast with Fexingo drills into a surprisingly overlooked labor market signal: wage growth is finally accelerating for the lowest-paid workers, while it's flattening for everyone else. Lucas and Luna unpack new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing that the 10th percentile of wage earners saw a 6.2% year-over-year increase as of May 2026, while median wage growth slowed to 3.1%. They connect this to a tightening low-wage labor market, the fading of pandemic-era compression effects, and what it means for hiring strategies and career mobility. With the unemployment rate stuck at 4.3% and job openings bouncing back to 7.6 million, this 'bottom-up wage catch-up' could be the canary in the coal mine for broader inflation and labor dynamics. Lucas and Luna also discuss how this trend changes the calculus for job seekers at different income levels, and why employers can no longer treat entry-level wages as an afterthought. No guest, no hot takes — just two sharp analysts connecting real data to real decisions. #WageGrowth #LaborMarket #HiringSignal #LowWageWorkers #BureauOfLaborStatistics #WageStagnation #JobsReport #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TheJobMarketPodcast #LucasAndLuna #IncomeInequality #MinimumWage #Inflation #WorkerPower #EmploymentTrends #HiringStrategy Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 分
  • The Hidden Signal in Hiring Freezes and Vacancy Durations

    The Hidden Signal in Hiring Freezes and Vacancy Durations
    2026/06/08
    Episode 39 of The Job Market Podcast explores a subtle but powerful labor market indicator: how long job vacancies stay open. Lucas and Luna break down why rising vacancy durations, even as job openings increase, can signal employer hesitation and a softening hiring environment. Using the latest JOLTS data showing 7.618 million openings in April 2026—up from 6.887 million—they explain why the mix of open roles matters more than the headline number. They also connect this to the modest 0.24% payroll gain and the uptick in initial jobless claims to 225,000. The episode includes practical takeaways for job seekers: how to interpret slow hiring processes and what it means for salary negotiations. A must-listen for anyone navigating today's cautiously optimistic job market. #JobMarket #HiringTrends #VacancyDuration #JOLTS #LaborMarket #EmploymentSignals #JobSeekers #HiringFreeze #Careers #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #Podcast #EconomicIndicators #Unemployment #WageGrowth #Recruitment #JobSearch #DataDriven Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 分
  • The Hidden Signal in Wage Growth by Industry

    The Hidden Signal in Wage Growth by Industry
    2026/06/08
    In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into a labor market signal that often gets overlooked: wage growth varies dramatically by industry, even when the headline average hourly earnings look steady. Using the latest data from May 2026 — where average hourly earnings hit $37.50, up only 0.2% from the prior month — they explore why healthcare and construction wages are climbing faster than retail or leisure and hospitality. They discuss how this divergence affects job switchers, hiring competition, and the broader economic picture. Tune in for a concrete look at what industry-level wage data tells us about where the labor market is tightening and where it's cooling. #WageGrowth #LaborMarket #EmploymentTrends #Hiring #AverageHourlyEarnings #IndustryWages #Healthcare #Construction #Retail #LeisureAndHospitality #JobSwitchers #WageCompression #EconomicData #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers #JobMarketPodcast #2026LaborMarket Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 分
  • The Hidden Signal in Underemployment Among College Graduates

    The Hidden Signal in Underemployment Among College Graduates
    2026/06/07
    Episode 37 of The Job Market Podcast with Fexingo examines a surprising labor market signal: the rising share of college graduates working in jobs that don't require a degree. As of May 2026, the unemployment rate sits at 4.3 percent, but underemployment—especially among recent graduates—tells a deeper story. Lucas and Luna break down the latest data, including the gap between job openings (7.6 million) and hires, and what it means for career decisions. They discuss why a degree still pays off on average, but why individual outcomes vary wildly by major and geography. The hosts offer practical advice for graduates navigating a market where signaling matters more than ever. Plus, a brief note on how listener support keeps the show ad-free. Tune in for a focused, data-driven look at a trend that challenges the conventional wisdom about the value of higher education. #Underemployment #CollegeGraduates #JobMarket #LaborMarketSignal #CareerAdvice #EducationToEmployment #DegreeValue #JobOpenings #HiringTrends #UnemploymentRate #SkillMismatch #GraduateEmployment #EconomicData #LaborEconomics #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #PodcastEpisode Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    7 分
  • The Hiring Signal Hidden in Quits Rates Data

    The Hiring Signal Hidden in Quits Rates Data
    2026/06/07
    Lucas and Luna dive into the quits rate — the percentage of workers voluntarily leaving their jobs — and why this seemingly niche data point is flashing a warning light for the May 2026 labor market. With the economy adding only modest payroll gains and unemployment flat at 4.3%, Lucas argues that a declining quits rate signals falling worker confidence and a potential slowdown in wage growth. Luna pushes back, citing JOLTS data that shows job openings rebounding to 7.6 million in April. Together they unpack what quitters versus stayers tell us about bargaining power, using real numbers from the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics releases. No clickbait — just a clear-eyed look at the signal hidden in plain sight. #QuitsRate #JobMarketSignal #LaborMarket #JOLTS #WageGrowth #WorkerConfidence #HiringTrends #Unemployment #Payrolls #BureauOfLaborStatistics #EconomicIndicator #Careers #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #LucasAndLuna #May2026 #JobOpenings #VoluntaryQuits Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 分
  • The Job Market Signal Hidden in Involuntary Part-Time Workers

    The Job Market Signal Hidden in Involuntary Part-Time Workers
    2026/06/06
    Episode 35 of The Job Market Podcast explores what the rise in involuntary part-time employment tells us about the true health of the labor market in June 2026. Lucas and Luna break down the latest data: unemployment at 4.3% with job openings surging to 7.6 million, yet the number of people working part-time because they can't find full-time work remains stubbornly high. They discuss why this metric, often overlooked in headline payroll numbers, reveals underlying slack and wage pressure. Drawing on recent economic indicators and anecdotes from sectors like retail and logistics, the hosts explain how employers are using part-time schedules to manage costs amid uncertainty. They also connect the trend to broader shifts in hiring practices and worker expectations. Perfect for job seekers, HR professionals, and anyone tracking the real state of the labor market. #InvoluntaryPartTime #LaborMarket #Underemployment #JOLTS #PartTimeWork #WageGrowth #EmploymentTrends #JobMarket2026 #EconomicIndicators #UnemploymentRate #HiringPractice #NonfarmPayrolls #Slack #WorkerExpectations #RetailJobs #LogisticsJobs #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 分
  • The Hidden Signal in Worker Tenure and Turnover

    The Hidden Signal in Worker Tenure and Turnover
    2026/06/06
    In this episode of The Job Market Podcast with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a data point that gets surprisingly little attention: how long workers stay at their jobs, and what shifts in median tenure tell us about the labor market's health. With the unemployment rate stuck at 4.3 percent and job openings rebounding to 7.6 million in April, the hosts look beneath the headline numbers to find that workers are holding their positions longer than a year ago—a sign of caution that the quit rate alone doesn't capture. They discuss what rising tenure means for wage growth, employer leverage, and career mobility, and why this matters even as companies complain about a skills gap. Lucas walks through data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and draws on recent research from economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Luna pushes back on whether longer tenure is a good thing for innovation or a sign of stagnation. Together, they connect the dots to the wider economic picture, including the Nasdaq's recent 5 percent slide and the mood among risk-averse professionals. #WorkerTenure #JobTurnover #LaborMarket #JOLTS #UnemploymentRate #WageGrowth #CareerMobility #BureauOfLaborStatistics #AtlantaFed #MedianTenure #QuitRate #SkillsGap #JobHopping #EconomicData #Careers #EmploymentTrends #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 分
  • The Hiring Signal Hidden in Remote Work Adoption Data

    The Hiring Signal Hidden in Remote Work Adoption Data
    2026/06/05
    With job openings rising to 7.6 million but the S&P 500 down 2% in a week, Lucas and Luna dig into a 2026 JOLTS data point that few are talking about: the share of remote-friendly job openings. They explore how employers are quietly pulling back remote listings even as workers demand flexibility, and what this means for hiring rates and wage growth. With the unemployment rate stuck at 4.3% and hourly earnings rising only 2.9% year-over-year, the hosts unpack why remote work signals are becoming a leading indicator for labor market tightness — and why job seekers should pay attention to the geography of job ads. #RemoteWork #JOLTS #JobOpenings #HiringTrends #LaborMarket #Unemployment #WageGrowth #FlexibleWork #WFH #JobSearch #CareerStrategy #EconomicData #Fexingo #BusinessPodcast #Careers #2026 #JobMarket #HiringSignal Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    7 分