U.S. Restaurants Lost 32,900 Jobs in June as Industry Outlook Cools
Eating and drinking places recorded a preliminary, seasonally adjusted loss of 32,900 jobs in June, while the National Restaurant Association lowered its 2026 sales-growth forecast.
Eating and drinking places recorded a preliminary, seasonally adjusted loss of 32,900 jobs in June, while the National Restaurant Association lowered its 2026 sales-growth forecast.
Restaurant sales rose slightly in June, but weak customer traffic and elevated food and labor costs continue to pressure operators across the United States.