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North Carolina Unemployment Steady at 3.7% Amid National Drop

2/1/2025

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North Carolina's unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%, contrasting with a national decrease to 4.1%.
Employment increased by 1,224, totaling 5,066,954, with 196,926 individuals unemployed.
Nonfarm employment rose by 10,600, reaching 5,050,700.
Significant job growth was noted in Professional & Business Services and Leisure & Hospitality sectors.
The next unemployment update is scheduled for February 5, 2025.

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Story summary

North Carolina's unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%, contrasting with a national decrease to 4.1%.
Employment increased by 1,224, totaling 5,066,954, with 196,926 individuals unemployed.
Nonfarm employment rose by 10,600, reaching 5,050,700.
Significant job growth was noted in Professional & Business Services and Leisure & Hospitality sectors.
The next unemployment update is scheduled for February 5, 2025.