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U.S. economy adds 256,000 jobs in December

The US economy ended 2024 with a bang, adding more jobs than expected in December while unemployment ticked down

The US labor market ended 2024 on a high note, adding 256,000 jobs in December, above the forecast of 164,000. Unemployment unexpectedly dropped from 4.2% in November to 4.1% in December. The consensus expectation was that the rate would hold steady.

The Washington Post on MSN · 1d

Economy adds 256,000 jobs in December as hiring picked up toward the end of 2024

The U.S. labor market cooled substantially in 2024, as employers sharply curtailed hiring and workers faced increasing difficulty finding jobs, although there are no signs of a recession.

NBC News · 1d

U.S. economy adds 256,000 jobs in December, unemployment rate at 4.1%

The final jobs report of the Biden administration has been released. It shows that the U.S. economy added 256,000 jobs in December and that the unemployment rate came in at 4.1%. NBC News’ Christine Romans breaks down the latest economic numbers.

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Stock market today: Wall Street recoils after good news on the economy raises inflation worries

U.S. stocks are recoiling on worries that good news on the job market may prove to be bad for Wall Street by keeping inflation and interest rates high.

Las Vegas Sun · 1d

Stock market today: Good news on the economy fans inflation fears and drags Wall Street lower again

U.S. stocks are recoiling on worries that good news on the job market may be too good and prove to be bad for Wall Street by keeping inflation and interest rates high

The Canadian Press on MSN · 1d

Stock market today: Wall Street tumbles on strong jobs numbers and doubts about future rate cuts

U.S. stock futures quickly tumbled after the government said U.S. employers added a stronger-than-expected 256,000 jobs in December. Economists were expecting hiring to increase by 153,000.

Live / Biden delivers remarks on economy

NBC News · 1d

Live / Biden delivers remarks on the economy

Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks on the economy from the White House. This comes as the U.S. economy added 256,000 jobs in December, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.

Bloomberg L.P. · 1d

Biden Is Handing Off a Strong Economy, Su Says

Acting US Labor Secretary Julie Su says the Biden administration is handing over a strong economy but more work needs to be done. Su also says talks are already underway with the incoming labor secretary nominee to make sure there is a smooth transition.

Washington Examiner on MSN · 1d

WATCH LIVE: President Biden Delivers Remarks on Jobs Report and the State of the Economy

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on Friday’s December Jobs Report at 5 p.m. ET. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Unemployment fell from 4.2% to 4.1% in December with 256,000 jobs added.

Strong economy, safe asset demand boosted US dominance in capital flows, White House says

The strength of the U.S. economic recovery post-COVID and a quest for safe-haven investments helped boost U.S. dominance of ...

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US hiring grows at robust pace, indicating Trump will inherit healthy economy

U.S. hiring grew at a robust pace in December, far exceeding economists' expectations and demonstrating the health of the ...

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Economy poised for a solid year in 2025. But these Trump plans could slow growth.

The economy and job market are likely to turn in a solid year in 2025 but growth is set to slow as Trump tariff, immigration ...

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'Trump 2.0' looms large over the global economy

Inflation, interest rates and tariffs mean 2025 is shaping up to be an intriguing year for the global economy. One in which ...

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The economy grew rapidly in the past 2 years. Can it keep it up under Trump 2.0?

The economy has grown rapidly in the past two years and companies hope to get another lift from a business-friendly Trump ...

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China is back to hoarding gold ahead of an uncertain time for its economy in Trump's second term

Goldman Sachs predicts gold could reach $3,000 per ounce by the second quarter of 2026 amid strong central bank demand.

Ethiopia launches stock exchange in fresh step to liberalise economy

Ethiopia launched a securities exchange on Friday, in what officials touted as a milestone in Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ...

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