NFIB: 36 percent of small businesses report unfilled jobs in June survey

NFIB: Labor quality remains a top problem for small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Businesses' (NFIB) June jobs report found that 36% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in June, up two points from May.

NFIB: 36 percent of small businesses report unfilled jobs in June survey

A new national report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals that 36 percent of small business owners had job openings they couldn’t fill in June, a two-point increase from May, signaling persistent hiring challenges despite a broader slowdown in the labor market. “Despite the slowing labor market, many small business owners are still looking to attract applicants and hire for their open positions,” said NFIB Chief E…

Main Street Faces Ongoing Job Opening Struggles This June

Small business owners are feeling the heat as job openings remain high despite an overall slowdown in the labor market. According to NFIB’s recently released June jobs report, 36% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings, a two-point increase from May. This statistic underscores the ongoing challenge of attracting qualified talent in today’s competitive environment. “Despite the slowing labor market, many small business owners are…