FTC Raises Concerns Over Fake Job Listings in Market

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has raised concerns about the prevalence of fake job listings, often referred to as 'ghost jobs', in the current job market. These postings are misleading as they misrepresent the number and pay rates of available positions, creating a false impression of company growth. The phenomenon has prompted discussions about the legality of such practices, with some arguing that flooding the market with these listings should be illegal. Additionally, it is noted that many real job opportunities are filled through networking rather than public listings.