18 October, 2025
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Appcast, a leading recruitment marketing platform, will host a live webinar entitled “Hiring in 2026 – What Talent Acquisition Leaders Need to Know about AI and the Economy.” The event, scheduled for October 21, 2025, from 2 – 3 p.m. ET, will feature insights from Andrew Flowers, Chief Economist at Appcast. This session aims to provide talent acquisition professionals with crucial data on how artificial intelligence (AI) and macroeconomic trends are shaping the recruitment landscape.

During the webinar, participants will receive comprehensive insights on several pressing topics. Flowers will discuss the influence of AI on the labor market, addressing the ongoing competition for specialized skills and the rising automation of traditional white-collar roles. He will also examine how upcoming tariff and immigration policies may affect inflation and wage dynamics in 2026.

Understanding Economic Indicators and Trends

Another key area of focus will be the resilience of the U.S. and global economies in the face of policy uncertainty. Flowers will provide an analysis of whether these economies can avoid a recession in the upcoming year. Additionally, he will clarify recent job data revisions and evaluate the reliability of the Bureau of Labor Statistics as a resource for recruiters and analysts.

As the director of research at Recruitonomics, Flowers leads a team committed to delivering data-driven research that helps business leaders navigate the complexities of the labor market. With nearly 15 years of experience, he has authored over 50 economic research reports and is frequently sought for commentary by major media outlets, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and CNBC.

How to Participate

To attend this informative webinar, interested individuals can register for free by visiting Appcast’s website. The session promises valuable insights that will equip talent acquisition leaders with the knowledge they need to make informed hiring decisions in a rapidly evolving economic environment.

Headquartered in Lebanon, N.H., Appcast utilizes advanced technology and extensive market data to enhance recruitment outcomes for over 1,000 clients. As a subsidiary of The Stepstone Group, Appcast connects companies with the right talent while aiding job seekers in their search for suitable employment opportunities. For more information, visit appcast.io.

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