Money Insights: US Economy Adds 142,000 Jobs as Unemployment Rate Dips
Friday, 6 September 2024, 10:44
Employment Report: Job Additions and Unemployment Insights
In August, the US economy added 142,000 jobs, reflecting a positive trend amidst the recent economic challenges. The unemployment rate has followed suit, decreasing slightly from 4.3% in July to 4.2% this month, according to the latest news from the Department of Labor.
Revisions and Industry Highlights
- Job additions for June and July were revised downwards by 86,000 jobs.
- July's job growth stands as the lowest figure since December 2020.
- The construction industry saw significant growth, contributing 34,000 new jobs.
- Health care also marked a positive indication with an addition of 31,000 jobs.
As these trends unfold, the implications for money flow and the broader US economy will be closely examined.
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