Slightly fewer Americans filed for unemployment claims last week as jobless claims remain at historically low levels and layoffs are still rare
More than 160,000 jobs were created in August, topping economist predictions, as North Carolina added over 15,000 construction jobs. #shorts #foxbusiness
U.S. nonfarm payrolls nearly tripled Wall Street forecasts, while upward revisions to previous months signal renewed momentum across private sectors. #foxbusiness #economy #trump #stockmarket 0:00 | August jobs report adds 162K to U.S. economy 7:13 | FOX Business' Edward Lawrence breaks down jobs report 9:28 | Kevin Hassett and panel discuss U.S. economy 12:25 | Jobs market and economy explained
Overall, the U.S. economy is expected to add millions of jobs in the coming years, but some industries may fare better than others.
The August jobs report reveals a blockbuster 162,000 jobs added, exceeding the estimated 56K. #foxbusiness #fox #jobsreport #economy #jobs #employment #manufacturing #construction #bluecollar #markets #businessnews #usnews #breakingnews
The U.S. labor market showed unexpected strength in August, adding 162,000 jobs and maintaining a historically low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent.
The U.S. labor market showed unexpected strength in August, adding 162,000 jobs and maintaining a historically low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Employers added 162,000 jobs in August, a significant rebound after 23,000 jobs were lost in July, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent, maintaining its historically low level. DETAIL: The August job gains surpassed the monthly average of 31,000 jobs over the past year and were driven by strong hiring in restaurants and bars, which added 59,000 positions. Manufacturing also continued its steady growth, reflecting resilience in the labor market despite economic pressures, including elevated inflation …Open
The unemployment stayed at a low 4.1%.
The unemployment rate for last month held at 4.1%
Employment in office and administrative support jobs is expected to drop more than any other occupational group.
The 2026 revisions by the Bureau of Labor Statistics represent a downward adjustment of just 0.1 percent of the total work force.