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U.S. payrolls increased 139,000 in May, more than expected; unemployment at 4.2%
Nonfarm payrolls rose 139,000 for the month, above the muted Dow Jones estimate for 125,000 and the downwardly revised ...
Instant view: US payrolls growth slows in May, unemployment rate steady
U.S. job growth slowed in May, while the unemployment rate held steady, potentially giving the Federal Reserve a buffer to ...
Hiring in U.S. Remained Steady in May
Employers added 139,000 jobs last month, continuing a steady run of hiring despite policy turmoil. The unemployment rate was ...
U.S. economy adds 139,000 jobs in May while unemployment rate holds steady
The U.S. economy added 139,000 jobs in May, higher than expected, and the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. NBC News' ...
Unemployment claims rise to highest level in 8 months, signaling slowdown in job market
While filings remain at historic lows, the uptick in unemployment claims from last week could point to a slowing labor market ...
Can you get unemployment benefits if you’re fired or quit your job?
Most employment terms are “at will,” meaning you can be fired at any time for any legal reason. However, you still have ...
US Companies Likely Held Onto Workers in May Despite Tariff Uncertainty
US hiring likely moderated further in May and the unemployment rate was little changed, suggesting employers are yet to ...
Jobless Claims Hit Record High at End of May
While new filings are still at historically low rates, they reflect recent layoffs and a softening economic outlook.