Federal Reserve Watch: New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh told investors in Jackson Hole that inflation is still too high and hinted rates may need to rise if underlying trends don’t improve, while Wall Street digested the message as bond yields moved higher. Hiring & Layoffs Signals: Jobless claims fell to 203,000, beating forecasts, pointing to a steadier labor market even as hiring stays uneven. Skilled Trades Pipeline: A Lightcast report says skilled trades make up about 20M jobs and face a 1.3M-worker talent gap, with retirement driving shortages; the takeaway for employers is to invest in training and apprenticeships. Workforce Development Events: Fleet Readiness Center Southwest held a recruiting event in San Diego to fill 200+ roles tied to Navy and Marine aviation readiness. Retail Jobs: Walmart announced a $1.3B automated fulfillment center in Carnesville, GA, expected to create 1,000 jobs; Primark also posted Georgia job openings ahead of its first store opening in Lawrenceville. Housing Costs & Mobility: Mortgage rates remain elevated (30-year fixed averaging 6.66%), keeping many buyers on the sidelines, while roommate growth in Raleigh shows affordability pressure shaping where people live. AI in Hiring: Reports highlight AI bias risks in hiring systems and how job seekers are increasingly dealing with automated screening that can block real people. Education-to-Work Pressure: A case involving an Indian student’s suicide after months of job searching underscores how hard the transition from degree to employment can be.