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U.S. Adds 177,000 Jobs Amid Labor Market Concerns

5/6/2025

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In April, the U.S. labor market added 177,000 jobs, keeping the unemployment rate steady at 4.2%.
Health care sector drove growth with 51,000 new jobs, while federal employment decreased by 9,000.
Weekly jobless claims climbed to 241,000, suggesting possible stress in the labor market.
Average hourly earnings rose by 0.2% to $36.06, reflecting a 3.8% annual increase.

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Story summary

In April, the U.S. labor market added 177,000 jobs, keeping the unemployment rate steady at 4.2%.
Health care sector drove growth with 51,000 new jobs, while federal employment decreased by 9,000.
Weekly jobless claims climbed to 241,000, suggesting possible stress in the labor market.
Average hourly earnings rose by 0.2% to $36.06, reflecting a 3.8% annual increase.