BusinessSector Monitor
Where U.S. jobs moved: factories versus leisure
Manufacturing changed by 5,000 jobs while leisure and hospitality changed by -40,000 in July 2026.
Manufacturing changed by 5,000 jobs while leisure and hospitality changed by -40,000 in July 2026.
Manufacturing employment changed by 5,000 jobs in July 2026, while leisure and hospitality changed by -40,000. The contrast provides a simple view of goods-producing and consumer-facing service demand.
Manufacturing5,000monthly payroll change
Leisure & hospitality-40,000monthly payroll change
Average workweek34.3 hrsJuly 2026
Average weekly hours for private-sector workers were 34.3. Employers can adjust hours before changing headcount, so the workweek can add context when payroll movements are small.
Industry payroll estimates are subject to revision and do not capture every form of work. This comparison focuses on direction and scale, not a judgment about sector quality.