The JOLTS data suggest the labour market remained healthy in May, with job openings and private sector hiring rising, and layoffs low. However, the sharp rise in accommodation and food services job openings, despite a fall in tourism, is a little suspicious. More timely data generally point to slightly weaker labour market conditions in June.
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