US Job Openings Decline to Five-Year Low in December 2025

In December 2025, the U.S. labor market saw a notable decline in job openings, which fell to 6.5 million. This level represents the lowest number of job openings since September 2020, indicating a softening in labor demand. The data was reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the U.S. Labor Department. This decline suggests a cooling in the labor market, reflecting changes in hiring trends and employment opportunities. The report also noted an increase in hiring and a rise in unemployment claims during this period. Overall, these figures point to a significant downturn in the U.S. labor market at the end of 2025.