United States: JOLTS - Quit

Macro

2026-09-01

Description

The United States JOLTS Quits data is derived from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) and is released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This indicator reflects the total number of employees who voluntarily leave their jobs within a specific period and is often used to assess labor market fluidity and employee confidence. Generally, higher quit numbers indicate increased worker confidence in finding new employment, potentially signaling a vibrant labor market and economic growth. Conversely, lower quit numbers may suggest increased economic uncertainty or a greater emphasis on job security among workers.

The JOLTS Quits data covers all businesses across all states in the U.S., from small enterprises to large corporations, and includes all non-farm industries, such as manufacturing, services, and finance.

This data is released monthly, providing insights into the quitting situation of the previous month and is typically published alongside data on job openings and hires.

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
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AI Data Insight

According to the latest data, the number of US JOLTS quits in Q3 2026 dropped significantly from 3,232 thousand in the previous period to 3,056 thousand, indicating tightening labor mobility. With job openings and hiring rates equally sluggish, workers have a strong desire for stability, plunging the job market into a stalemate of low mobility and further reducing wage inflation pressure.

AI Data Insight

According to the latest data, the number of US JOLTS quits in Q3 2026 dropped significantly from 3,232 thousand in the previous period to 3,056 thousand, indicating tightening labor mobility. With job openings and hiring rates equally sluggish, workers have a strong desire for stability, plunging the job market into a stalemate of low mobility and further reducing wage inflation pressure.

Description

The United States JOLTS Quits data is derived from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) and is released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This indicator reflects the total number of employees who voluntarily leave their jobs within a specific period and is often used to assess labor market fluidity and employee confidence. Generally, higher quit numbers indicate increased worker confidence in finding new employment, potentially signaling a vibrant labor market and economic growth. Conversely, lower quit numbers may suggest increased economic uncertainty or a greater emphasis on job security among workers.

The JOLTS Quits data covers all businesses across all states in the U.S., from small enterprises to large corporations, and includes all non-farm industries, such as manufacturing, services, and finance.

This data is released monthly, providing insights into the quitting situation of the previous month and is typically published alongside data on job openings and hires.

Published by
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update
Hashtags