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- In 2025, the U.S. economy shows a bifurcated recovery, with the wealthiest 10% driving spending and lower-income groups strained.
- Analysts report 1.1 million layoffs in 2025, a high since 2009, mainly in technology and small businesses.
- The trend of 'forever layoffs' emerges, with frequent, smaller layoffs creating job insecurity.
- AI adoption is contributing to job cuts and reshaping corporate staffing decisions amid declining trust.