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US job market weakens further in August, raising fears over economy

The August report showed a 4.3% unemployment rate, highest since 2021, with healthcare accounting for 87% of private-sector job growth, amid political disputes over data accuracy.

  • The U.S. job market added only 22,000 jobs in August, far below expectations of 75,000 according to the Labor Department.
  • The unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, the highest since 2021, reflecting ongoing economic concerns.
  • Manufacturing lost 12,000 jobs, while federal jobs decreased by 15,000, contributing to job market stagnation.
  • The weak labor data has increased pressure on the Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates, which could further impact the economy.
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