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With Layoffs, Retailers Aim to Be Safe Rather Than Sorry (Again)

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With Layoffs, Retailers Aim to Be Safe Rather Than Sorry (Again)

Companies that ramped up hiring in areas like technology over the past few years are cutting back as customers slow their spending.

By Jordyn Holman

Chipotle Plans to Hire 15,000 People Ahead of ‘Burrito Season’

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Chipotle Plans to Hire 15,000 People Ahead of ‘Burrito Season’

The restaurant chain is pitching for more workers as it aims to double the number of outlets in North America.

By Isabella Simonetti

The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9 percent in the fourth quarter.

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The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9 percent in the fourth quarter.

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By Ben Casselman

Why The Times is resuming its emphasis on annualized figures for G.D.P.

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Why The Times is resuming its emphasis on annualized figures for G.D.P.

The pandemic shock is no longer producing exceptional economic gyrations.

By Ben Casselman