Forecasting Labor Markets with LSTNet: A Multi-Scale Deep Learning Approach

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2507.01979v1
• Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:14:02 GMT
• Title: Forecasting Labor Markets with LSTNet: A Multi-Scale Deep Learning Approach
• Authors: Adam Nelson-Archer, Aleia Sen, Meena Al Hasani, Sofia Davila, Jessica Le, Omar Abbouchi,
• Abstract summary: We present a deep learning approach for forecasting short-term employment changes and assessing long-term industry health using labor market data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: We present a deep learning approach for forecasting short-term employment changes and assessing long-term industry health using labor market data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Our system leverages a Long- and Short-Term Time-series Network (LSTNet) to process multivariate time series data, including employment levels, wages, turnover rates, and job openings. The model outputs both 7-day employment forecasts and an interpretable Industry Employment Health Index (IEHI). Our approach outperforms baseline models across most sectors, particularly in stable industries, and demonstrates strong alignment between IEHI rankings and actual employment volatility. We discuss error patterns, sector-specific performance, and future directions for improving interpretability and generalization.

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