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U.S. Job Market Weakens

Updated 2026-08-07 12:40 UTC 1 source Negative

CNBC reported that the U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, contrary to expectations of an increase. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2%.

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