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The Firm's Role in the Labour Market: Hiring
In capitalist economies, firms are the primary drivers of demand in the labour market, offering jobs to workers who constitute the supply side. This process of matching employers with employees is a foundational function of the firm, but it is only the first step in the employment relationship.
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