Stores get ready to hire for the holidays even though the economy is uncertain.


Stores get ready to hire for the holidays even though the economy is uncertain.

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Stores get ready to hire for the holidays even though the economy is uncertain.

Retailers are getting ready for the busy holiday shopping season by hiring more workers. However, they are hiring slightly fewer people this year compared to last year.

Big companies like Amazon and Target are keeping their hiring numbers the same as last year. Other companies like Macy's are hiring fewer seasonal workers.

This change is happening because the job market is slowing down a bit. Companies are being cautious because they are unsure about the economy.

Despite this, retailers are still trying hard to find enough workers. They are holding job fairs and offering incentives to attract people.

Consumers are still spending money, but they are also worried about higher prices. It remains to be seen how these factors will affect holiday shopping this year.


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Are retailers hiring more or fewer workers this year?

Retailers are hiring slightly fewer workers this year compared to last year.

Why are companies being cautious about hiring?

Companies are being cautious because they are unsure about the economy.

What are retailers doing to attract workers?

Retailers are holding job fairs and offering incentives to attract people.


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