Macy's said on Thursday it will hire more than 31,500 full and part-time employees for the upcoming holiday season - fewer than last year - as the U.S. department store gears up for a busy shopping period.

Macy's (NYSE:M) announced plans to hire over 31,500 full-time and part-time employees for the upcoming holiday season, a decrease from ~38,000 workers hired last year and ~41,000 in 2022. The decision reflects broader trends in the retail sector,

Macy’s, Inc. announced plans to hire over 31,500 full- and part-time seasonal employees at its Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores and distribution centers for the upcoming holiday season, with four nationwide in-person holiday hiring events at all stores and supply chain locations.

Macy’s, Inc. M has announced plans to hire more than 31,500 full and part-time seasonal employees for the upcoming holiday season. These positions will support operations at Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores,

The seasonal hirings to prepare for the holiday season rush will take place at Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury stores, as well as its distribution centers. The company has also planned four nationwide in-person holiday hiring events at all stores and supply chain locations.