Why JOLTS Surged to a Two-Year High in April 2026

Job openings jumped to 7.6 million in April, the highest in nearly two years. Lucas and Luna break down what this JOLTS surge means for wage growth, the Fed's rate path, and whether the labor market is actually as tight as the headline suggests. They look at the ratio of job seekers per opening, the quits rate, and why this number might complicate the inflation fight. Plus, a brief reflection on how following these indicators can sharpen your economic understanding. #JOLTS #JobOpenings #LaborMarket #FederalReserve #WageGrowth #Inflation #QuitsRate #EconomicIndicators #April2026 #BureauOfLaborStatistics #Economics #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #MonetaryPolicy #Employment #Hiring #TightLaborMarket #RateDecision Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo