Job losses remain unusually subdued compared to past economic cycles, but concerns persist over young workers struggling to secure their first stable positions in a competitive labor market. While overall layoffs are near record lows, early-career professionals face heightened challenges in breaking into industries where experience and networking often play a decisive role. Economists warn that even modest hiring slowdowns could disproportionately affect younger job seekers, widening gaps in career progression. The focus now shifts to whether policy interventions or employer initiatives can bridge the entry-level employment gap before it deepens.
Lay-offs are low by historical standards but young people may still need help finding a foothold in the labour market
