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Retail Job Cuts Surge 35% Amid Economic Uncertainty

12/9/2025

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  • In November 2025, the retail sector cut 3,290 jobs, a 35% increase from October's 2,431 cuts.
  • Year-to-date retail job losses reached 91,954, up nearly 140% from 2024.
  • The cuts are linked to softening demand, tariff uncertainty, and changing consumer preferences.
  • Overall, U.S. employers cut 71,321 jobs in November, a 24% rise from the previous year.