Instead of looking at layoffs, should look at the net of hires and departures (both voluntary and involuntary) to see where things stand. In more than a few places, natural attrition often isn't rehired, which will tighten the labor market.
Anecdotally, far fewer recruiter mail messages as well. It may not be 'recessionary', but it isn't a rapid hiring environment either.
Anecdotally, far fewer recruiter mail messages as well. It may not be 'recessionary', but it isn't a rapid hiring environment either.