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Home » Authors » Mike McBride

Articles by Mike McBride

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Economic uncertainty and a tightening labor market make planning difficult

Spokane labor market has seen only tiny job gains, while civilian labor force here continues to decline
November 6, 2025
Mike McBride

Economic and labor market data are telling multiple stories right now: 
The labor force is tightening and it’s becoming more difficult to find a job, but the unemployment rate is remaining low. Economic uncertainty is on the rise, but the stock market continues to hit new highs. Prices continue to increase, but consumer spending is up as well.


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