U.S. hiring cooled slightly in October. That could help to ease inflation
Hiring slowed modestly in October, as employers added 261,000 jobs. That might take some of the upward pressure off inflation.
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The economy added 315,000 jobs, showcasing a labor market that is still strong
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Hiring slipped only slightly in June, with no sign of a looming recession
U.S. employers added 372,000 jobs in June, while the unemployment rate held steady at 3.6%. Despite slightly slower job growth, the labor market remains an economic bright spot.
The job market stays red-hot with the unemployment rate near a pre-pandemic low
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The U.S. jobs market continues its strong comeback from the pandemic
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