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The U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs in September while the unemployment rate increased to 4.2%, both showing little change from August’s report, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).  Total nonfarm payroll employment changed little in September (+29,000), …

The U.S. economy added 162,000 in August as hiring was unexpectedly up during the month, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest report. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.1%, and the number of unemployed people changed little …

The U.S. economy added 57,000 jobs in June, the smallest gain since February’s decline, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Downward revisions to April and May estimates subtracted 74,000 jobs from previously reported totals. The unemployment rate also …

The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, marking the third straight month of job gains despite rising inflation and continued economic uncertainty, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate in the month remained unchanged at …

Job growth persisted in April despite elevated interest rates and rising geopolitical uncertainty related to the Iran conflict, according to the National Association of Home Builders.  The unemployment rate held steady at 4.3% in April and wage growth accelerated, with …

The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The February unemployment rate edged up to 4.4%, showing a slight increase from January. The labor force participation rate in February …

According to the U.S. Labor Department, 177,000 jobs were added by U.S. employers in April. The unemployment rate in April remained unchanged at 4.2%. These numbers indicate that the U.S. labor market remains in good condition. The solid labor market …

The U.S. job market added 228,000 jobs in March ahead of President Donald Trump’s imposed tariffs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment Situation for March 2025. The number of jobs added last month was up from the …