U.S. Hospitality Jobs Plummet Amid Disappointing World Cup Bump: BLS Report

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Despite expectations that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would boost U.S. hospitality and leisure jobs, a recent June report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a decline in these sectors. This contrasts with optimistic forecasts linked to increased tourism associated with the tournament.

The U.S. men’s soccer team might’ve taken the win last night, but a June jobs report just out from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) tells a different story. Outlooks were positive following last month’s jobs report that jobs in the hospitality and leisure sectors would thrive amid an expected boom in tourism from […]