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U.S. Job Market Weakens: AI Growth, Rising Unemployment Threaten Future

12/29/2025

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The U.S. job market shows its weakest conditions since 2011, with average monthly payroll growth at 17,000.
Bank of America warns this stagnation, with rising unemployment, threatens 2026 growth.
GDP growth is 4.3%, but real disposable income remains flat, showing households rely on savings and credit.
Analysts say a "jobless growth" trend is emerging, where AI-driven productivity occurs without hiring, affecting Gen Z.

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Story summary

The U.S. job market shows its weakest conditions since 2011, with average monthly payroll growth at 17,000.
Bank of America warns this stagnation, with rising unemployment, threatens 2026 growth.
GDP growth is 4.3%, but real disposable income remains flat, showing households rely on savings and credit.
Analysts say a "jobless growth" trend is emerging, where AI-driven productivity occurs without hiring, affecting Gen Z.