In this episode we discuss how the U.S. labor market is cooling — not collapsing. The Fed cut rates again, citing a softening jobs picture, but the data tell a more balanced story. We look at why layoffs at major companies don’t signal crisis, how AI will reshape (not erase) work, and why a post-pandemic equilibrium may finally be taking shape.

To read this week's Sight|Lines, click here. 

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of Stifel Financial Corp. or its affiliates (collectively, Stifel).  This communication is provided for information purposes only.  Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.  Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss.  © Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC & NYSE | www.stifel.com 

In this episode we discuss how the U.S. labor market is cooling &mdash; not collapsing. The Fed cut rates again, citing a softening jobs picture, but the data tell a more balanced story. We look at why layoffs at major companies don&rsquo;t signal crisis, how AI will reshape (not erase) work, and why a post-pandemic equilibrium may finally be taking shape.
To read this week's Sight|Lines,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stifel.com/Newsletters/AdGraphics/InSight/Sightlines/2025/SL103125.pdf">click here</a>.&nbsp;
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The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of Stifel Financial Corp. or its affiliates (collectively, Stifel). &nbsp;This communication is provided for information purposes only.&nbsp; Past performance does not guarantee future results.&nbsp; Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. &nbsp;Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss.&nbsp; &copy; Stifel, Nicolaus &amp; Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC &amp; NYSE | <a href="http://www.stifel.com">www.stifel.com</a>&nbsp;

Stifel’s SightLines is a weekly podcast focusing on a key topic or two relevant in the current environment.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of Stifel Financial Corp. or its affiliates (collectively, Stifel).  This communication is provided for information purposes only.  Past performance does not guarantee future results.  Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.  Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss.  © Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC & NYSE | www.stifel.com

Stifel&rsquo;s SightLines is a weekly podcast focusing on a key topic or two relevant in the current environment.
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The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of Stifel Financial Corp. or its affiliates (collectively, Stifel). &nbsp;This communication is provided for information purposes only.&nbsp; Past performance does not guarantee future results.&nbsp; Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. &nbsp;Asset allocation and diversification do not ensure a profit or protect against loss.&nbsp; &copy; Stifel, Nicolaus &amp; Company, Incorporated | Member SIPC &amp; NYSE | <a href="http://www.stifel.com/">www.stifel.com</a>

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