Private Employers Add 41,000 Jobs in December, Missing Expectations
Wednesday, 7 January 2026, 14:40
December Job Growth Report
Private employers added 41,000 jobs in December, below the projected estimate of 48,000 jobs. This marks a slight recovery after losing 29,000 workers in November. The labor market is showing signs of struggles, and analysts are closely monitoring these shifts.
Economic Impact
- Gains coupled with a declining trend in worker retention.
- Reassessment of the job market's capacity for growth.
- Continued focus on economic stability.
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