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US Job Market Report

Updated 2026-09-04 21:40 UTC 1 source Positive

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, surpassing expectations and raising hopes for continued economic growth. The Federal Reserve may consider further interest rate hikes.

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Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story August jobs report beats expectations The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, soaring past expectations and raising the prospect that the Federal Reserve co
2026-09-04 21:00 UTC
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