Employers plan to hire throughout the second half of 2026 despite a persistent talent shortage, according to a new survey from Express Employment Professionals and The Harris Poll released yesterday. Eighty-four percent of U.S. hiring managers report feeling positive about their company’s hiring outlook, though this optimism masks a fundamental challenge: 44% currently have open positions they can…
Most U.S. employers optimistic about hiring through year-end, but struggle to fill open positions
