Maryland jobs grew in June, but transportation and manufacturing employment declined
Maryland added an estimated 900 jobs in June and 17,800 during the first half of 2026, but transportation, manufacturing, retail and wholesale employment fell.
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Restaurants see sales edge higher as jobs and traffic remain uneven
June restaurant sales barely increased while food-service jobs fell and menu prices stayed elevated, showing why higher receipts do not mean stronger demand.
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U.S. Jobs Report (June 2026): Hiring cooled to +57,000 as unemployment held
United States Jobs and Hiring Watch — June payroll rose +57,000, unemployment held at 4.2%, and participation fell. Here’s what changed.
