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U.S. Job Market Update: Entertainment Sector Gains Despite Overall Losses

Updated 2026-08-07 12:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

The U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, but the entertainment industry saw an uptick. Analysts were surprised by the unexpected job loss, with some estimating a gain of up to 15,000 positions.

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The U.S. economy lost 23,000 in July, while the unemployment rate fell slightly to 4.1%. The figures showed declines in local government education and retail trade, according to the figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The job loss was unexpected, with analysts estimating a gain of as much a
2026-08-07 12:39 UTC
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