Employers added fewer jobs in January -- but the labor market overall remains healthy

U.S. employers added 143,000 jobs in January — a modest slowdown from the two previous months. The unemployment rate dipped to 4%.

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Feb 7, 2025 - 11:14
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Employers added fewer jobs in January -- but the labor market overall remains healthy
Employers continued hiring in January, but at a slower pace than the previous month. Job gains were concentrated in retail, health care and government.

U.S. employers added 143,000 jobs in January — a modest slowdown from the two previous months. The unemployment rate dipped to 4%.

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