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February 26th, 2026 2Q 2025 Business Employment Dynamics
From April 2025 to June 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private sectorestablishments in Connecticut was 84,618, a 2,618 job increase from the previous quarter. Over this period, gross job lossesfrom closing and contracting private sector establishments was 84,499, a level 7,873 jobs higher than the previous quarter.

2Q 2025 Business Employment Dynamics (docx)
February 24th, 2026 February 2026 Connecticut Monthly Help Wanted
Total postings in Connecticut was 76,720 in January 2026, down from a December 2025 posting count of 77,863.
February 2026 HWOL Monthly (PDF)
February 24th, 2026 February 21st, 2026 Connecticut Weekly Help Wanted
During the week ending February 21st, 2026, there were 15,500 new job postings in Connecticut.
February 24th, 2026 HWOL Weekly (Excel)
February 10th, 2026 Weekly Connecticut Continuing Unemployment Insurance Claims
By Age, Gender, Industry, Race, Wage Group, Town. (02/01/2026)
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February 4th, 2026 January 2026 Business and Employment Changes
Start-ups, expansions, recruitments, staff reductions/layoffs reported by the media, both current/future.
January 26th, 2026 December 2025 Local Area Unemployment Statistics
Employment, unemployment and labor force data for regions, counties, metro areas/cities, residence.
January 26th, 2026 Information for Workforce Investment Planning - January 2026
Contains data on Connecticut and each of the five WDAs population, labor force, employment and wages by industry sector and housing permits.
January 13th, 2025 2025 Connecticut Career Paths

Planning your future career can feel overwhelming-but you don't have to do it alone. The Connecticut Department of Labor's latest resource guide gives you the tools, strategies, and insights to explore opportunities and make informed decisions.

This guide is designed for quick reference and includes locations and contact details for American Job Centers, the Labor Department's job bank, career and educational resources, and key government programs. It also features articles on apprenticeships, student success planning, resume design basics, and more! You'll also find detailed information on more than 360 occupations in Connecticut — covering job descriptions, current employment numbers, annual openings, salary ranges, required training, and the essential skills employers seek.

Your future starts now! Use this guide to explore, plan, and take the next step toward a career you'll love.

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