Job growth skyrocketed in December, boosting one of the strongest labor markets in US history
The US economy closed out 2024 with another month of massive job growth, adding 256,000 positions in December.
US labor market exits 2024 with strong job gains, drop in unemployment rate
U.S. job growth unexpectedly accelerated in December while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1% as the labor market ended the year on a solid footing, reinforcing views that the Federal Reserve would keep interest rates unchanged this month.
Strong December job growth could augur fewer Fed interest-rate cuts
Employers across the U.S. added a robust 256,000 jobs in December, a sign the labor market remains in good shape.
Job growth was strong in December
The U.S. economy added jobs more rapidly than expected in December, with the unemployment rate declining to 4.1%.
U.S. job growth shows surprising December pop as unemployment inches down
U.S. businesses added 256,000 new positions last month, far exceeding expectations as overall the economy continues to rev up.
US added a strong 256,000 jobs in December as unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%
December's employment report surprised analysts as the U.S. added 256,000 jobs, outperforming forecasts and maintaining low unemployment amidst ongoing rate challenges.
US Job Growth Surges in December, Impacting Fed Rate Cut Outlook
The US economy defied expectations in December, adding 256,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, surpassing economists forecast of 164,000 and Novembers revised 212,000 increase. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.
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