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Wage Expectations Plummet Amid Rising Economic Anxiety
4/22/2025
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Story summary
- Americans' wage expectations for new jobs fell to $74,236 in March, down from $82,135 in November.
- The decline is primarily among men and workers over 45, indicating increased economic anxiety.
- Job pay and benefits satisfaction has reached its lowest level since November 2021.
- Economists forecast a potential recession by 2025, alongside rising inflation and unemployment.
