Speaking of Grinches… the consumer remains a challenge. This week’s jobs report adds more context. While November did see job gains, 2025 is shaping up to be one of the weakest job-creation years in well over a decade. Within the food supply chain, employment growth has been muted—food manufacturing and transportation jobs are flat, while warehousing jobs have declined. The consumer may stay under pressure as we head into the New Year.
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