The 'low-hire, low-fire' economy may be starting to shift with more layoffs—but not more hiring
- Posted on February 6, 2026
- By CNBC
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The 'low-hire, low-fire' economy may be starting to shift with more layoffs—but not more hiring

Layoffs last month hit their highest January total since 2009, according to a report released Thursday by global outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.