# US labor volatility and shifting consumer sentiment

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/early2026-trade-gaps-and-manufacturing-investment-shape-diverging-eurozone-and-us-economic-trends
> Updated: 2026-09-16T12:30:07.000Z. Sources: 262. Developments: 61.

The US economic landscape continues to show signs of deceleration across labor and consumer sectors. Following a period of volatile job growth, April data indicated a slowdown with 175,000 jobs added, down from a revised 315,000 the previous month. During this period, the unemployment rate rose from 3.8% to 3.9%, while annual compensation growth moderated to 3.9%. Gains were noted in healthcare, social assistance, manufacturing, and construction, though the information sector saw job losses and its slowest wage growth since August 2021. Consumer activity has also weakened. July retail sales fell by 0.6%, marking the first decline in nine months and defying forecasts of a modest increase. This contraction was attributed to a fade in federal tax refund boosts, reduced spending following major promotional events, and lower gasoline receipts. Recent data indicates further labor market volatility. June saw job growth stall with only 57,000 jobs added, and the unemployment rate slipped to 4.2% as workers left the labor force. July data reported a loss of 23,000 jobs, with earlier months revised downward by 103,000, and the unemployment rate edging to 4.1%. Despite these declines, consumer sentiment showed signs of improvement, with the University of Michigan’s index jumping to 55.2. By August, the job market showed signs of resilience, adding 162,000 jobs and exceeding economist forecasts of 65,000. This growth included notable gains in the manufacturing sector and an increase in the workforce participation rate. Blerina Uruci, chief U.S. economist at T. Rowe Price, described the report as “very good,” suggesting financial conditions may not be as tight as feared. Consumer resilience also emerged in August as retail sales rose 1.2%, significantly exceeding expectations of 0.7% to 0.8%. This rebound follows the July contraction and was driven by broad-based demand, including online shopping, electronics, and restaurants.

## Claims

- The U.S. economy added 162,000 nonfarm jobs in August. (corroborated by 11 sources)
- The job growth significantly exceeded economist forecasts, which were around 53,000 to 65,000. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- The U.S. unemployment rate remained at 4.1% in August. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- Employment data for June and July were revised upward by a combined 55,000 jobs. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Average hourly wages increased by 3.1% compared to the previous year. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Employment in the information sector decreased by 23,000 jobs. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Market tools indicated a significant probability of the Federal Reserve adjusting interest rates following the report. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The leisure and hospitality sector saw an increase of approximately 62,000 jobs. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-16: US retail sales rise 1.2% in August, beating economist expectations

U.S. retail sales jumped 1.2% in August, beating forecasts and signaling strong consumer resilience despite rising energy costs and inflation.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-retail-sales-rose-12-in-august-beating-expectations

### 2026-09-08: US economy adds 162,000 jobs in August amid manufacturing rebound

The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, driven by a rebound in manufacturing and an increase in the workforce participation rate.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-economy-adds-162000-jobs-in-august-amid-manufacturing-rebound

### 2026-09-05: US economy shows resilient employment and consumer spending

U.S. August employment rose by 162,000 with a 4.1% unemployment rate, while Q2 consumer spending grew 3.4%, driven by high-income earners despite rising household debt and delinquency risks.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-economy-shows-resilient-employment-and-consumer-spending

### 2026-09-05: U.S. payrolls surge to 162,000 in August, beating forecasts

U.S. nonfarm payrolls surged by 162,000 in August, far exceeding expectations. With unemployment steady at 4.1%, the strong data complicates Federal Reserve interest rate decisions regarding inflation.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-market-rebounds-in-august-with-162000-jobs-added

### 2026-08-11: US labor market adds 175,000 jobs in April as hiring slows

US job growth slowed in April with 175,000 positions added, while the unemployment rate rose to 3.9%. Investors view the cooling market as a potential signal for future Federal Reserve rate cuts.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-labor-market-adds-175000-jobs-in-april-as-hiring-slows

### 2026-08-07: US job growth stalls while consumer confidence improves

US job growth slowed, with June adding 57,000 jobs and July losing 23,000, while unemployment fell to 4.1‑4.2% and consumer confidence rose in both months.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-growth-stalls-while-consumer-confidence-improves

### 2026-07-20: US import prices rise 7.1% YoY in June 2026

US import prices rose 0.3% in June 2026, a 7.1% YoY gain—the largest since Aug 2022—driven by higher non‑fuel imports, while export prices fell 0.6%.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-import-prices-rise-71-yoy-in-june-2026

### 2026-07-20: US grocery sales fall as consumers tighten belts

US grocery sales fell 1.8% YoY in June, the fifth month of decline, driven by inflation, gas price spikes, SNAP cuts and consumers cutting back, analysts urge stronger value offers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-grocery-sales-fall-as-consumers-tighten-belts

### 2026-07-19: US grocery prices up 32% in five years, straining families

US food costs have surged 32% in five years, forcing many families to cut spending, rely on credit and hunt for discounts.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-grocery-prices-up-32-in-five-years-straining-families

### 2026-07-17: US job growth slows, long‑term unemployment nears two million

US payrolls rose by 57,000 in June, marking a fourth‑month streak but the weakest gain, while long‑term unemployment hovers near two million; Texas added 43,400 jobs, totaling a 177,900‑job annual increase and

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-growth-slows-longterm-unemployment-nears-two-million

### 2026-07-17: US Economic Outlook 2026 Strengthened by Strong January and Seasonal Market Signals

January’s strong start and tax‑cut benefits are expected to lift US consumer spending and equity returns in 2026, while calendar‑based seasonal patterns offer investors a reliable market signal.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-economic-outlook-2026-strengthened-by-strong-january-and-seasonal-market-signals

### 2026-07-16: United States and Australia consumer spending slows despite mixed signs

US retail sales rose modestly in June while gasoline sales fell; Australia’s June consumer spending edged up 0.3% amid weak EOFY sales and inflation pressures.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-and-australia-consumer-spending-slows-despite-mixed-signs

### 2026-07-15: US economy modestly expands as inflation eases and import prices surge

US data show modest expansion: Beige Book reports light to moderate growth, June retail sales +0.2%, import prices +0.3% (largest annual rise since 2022), and business inventories rise modestly.

35 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-beige-book-reports-modest-growth-despite-higher-fuel-costs

### 2026-07-14: US employment slowdown eases inflation pressure, Fed weighs policy options

ADP data shows U.S. hiring slowed to 19,750 jobs, a third week of deceleration. The Fed's Beige Book notes slight activity growth and easing inflation, but oil‑price volatility keeps policy decisions cautious.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-employment-slowdown-eases-inflation-pressure-fed-weighs-policy-options

### 2026-07-13: US economic data and earnings season drive market anticipation of Fed rate hike

US markets await Q2 earnings and July CPI/PPI data, with analysts gauging Fed rate‑hike prospects amid mixed policy signals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-economic-data-and-earnings-season-drive-market-anticipation-of-fed-rate-hike

### 2026-07-09: US job market slows as unemployment climbs to 4.2% and hiring stalls

US unemployment rose to 4.2% in June with just 57,000 jobs added; health, construction and tech sectors keep hiring. Mexico’s Coahuila added 1,475 jobs and Honduras saw employment lose momentum.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-growth-slows-in-june-as-labor-force-participation-hits-low

### 2026-07-06: U.S. June 2026 Jobs Report Adds 57,000 Jobs, Unemployment Falls to 4.2%

June 2026 U.S. jobs report: 57,000 jobs added, unemployment down to 4.2%, labor‑force participation at 61.5%, wages up 3.8% YoY.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-job-report-economy-adds-57000-jobs-construction-gains-11000

### 2026-07-04: US June jobs report shows weak hiring, fuels crypto rally, cuts hospitality jobs

US June payrolls added 57,000 jobs, well below expectations; unemployment fell to 4.2% while hospitality shed 61,000 jobs, lowering Fed rate‑hike odds and sparking a Bitcoin rally above $61,000.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-jobs-report-shows-weak-hiring-fuels-crypto-rally-cuts-hospitality-jobs

### 2026-07-03: US Payroll Report Fuels Global Stock Market Rally

Weaker U.S. payroll numbers (57k jobs, unemployment 4.2%) raise hopes the Fed will hold rates, sparking record highs for the Dow and gains across European and Asian markets, especially South Korea’s KOSPI (+6%)

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-payroll-report-fuels-global-stock-market-rally

### 2026-07-03: US legal sector adds record jobs, boosting demand for California labor attorneys

US legal employment hit a record with 5,100 new jobs in June, while California labor attorneys see heightened demand amid PAGA reforms and AI‑driven work.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-legal-sector-adds-record-jobs-boosting-demand-for-california-labor-attorneys

### 2026-07-02: U.S. June Jobs Report Shows 57,000 Hires, Unemployment Falls to 4.2%

June 2026 U.S. jobs report: 57,000 hires, unemployment at 4.2% due to labor‑force drop, sector losses in hospitality, modest gains in services, and no Fed rate guidance.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-jobs-report-shows-weak-hiring-and-slowing-labor-market

### 2026-07-02: US June 2026 jobs miss expectations, easing Fed rate‑hike pressure

US June 2026 payrolls rose 57,000, well below forecasts, with unemployment at 4.2%; tourism jobs fell despite World Cup hype, easing pressure on the Fed’s next rate hike.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-market-lags-as-world-cup-fails-to-boost-tourism-employment

### 2026-07-02: US June job creation slows, unemployment drops to 4.2%

US payrolls added 57,000 jobs in June, well below expectations, while unemployment fell to 4.2%, easing fears of aggressive Fed rate hikes.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-job-creation-slows-unemployment-drops-to-42

### 2026-07-02: US job gains dip as Eurozone unemployment stalls

US June job growth slowed to 57,000 with unemployment at 4.2%, while euro‑area unemployment held steady at 6.2% in May, showing muted labor‑market trends on both sides of the Atlantic.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-gains-dip-as-eurozone-unemployment-stalls

### 2026-07-01: US labor market shows rebound ahead of June jobs report

U.S. jobs added 172,000 in May, unemployment steady at 4.3%, and June forecasts range 100‑200k, driven by AI, healthcare and a World Cup boost; wage growth lags inflation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-labor-market-shows-rebound-ahead-of-june-jobs-report

### 2026-07-01: U.S. June Payrolls Add 57,000 Jobs, Miss Forecast, Prompting Fed Rate‑Hike Pause

June U.S. payrolls added 57,000 jobs, missing forecasts; unemployment fell to 4.2% as labor‑force participation dropped, prompting markets to lower expectations for a Fed rate hike.

33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-nonfarm-payrolls-miss-forecast-unemployment-falls-to-42

### 2026-06-29: US Federal Reserve eyes rate hike as June jobs data approaches

June U.S. jobs data may trigger a Fed rate hike as inflation stays high; markets react with falling gold and rising oil amid Fed warnings.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-federal-reserve-eyes-rate-hike-as-june-jobs-data-approaches

### 2026-06-28: US June payrolls forecast up, unemployment holds at 4.3%

June US payrolls are projected to rise 110K with unemployment steady at 4.3%, while Nike earnings loom and Iran‑US tensions flare after a tanker attack.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-june-payrolls-forecast-up-unemployment-holds-at-43

### 2026-06-25: US Dollar Strength Fuels Late‑June Pullback in Stocks and Gold

Seasonal June dip and a stronger US dollar are pulling stocks and gold lower, while tech and AI stocks stay resilient.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-dollar-strength-fuels-latejune-pullback-in-stocks-and-gold

### 2026-06-25: US and Australia jobs reports influence rate outlook

US jobs data and Australian employment gains fuel speculation of further Fed and RBA rate hikes, affecting equity markets and consumer spending.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-and-australia-jobs-reports-influence-rate-outlook

### 2026-06-23: U.S. State Employment Gains in May 2026

May 2026 U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 jobs; 38 states added jobs, Maryland gained 5,100 in health care and hospitality, while Virginia and D.C. faced losses and high unemployment.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-state-employment-gains-in-may-2026

### 2026-06-22: Trump rallies at Mack Trucks plant in Pennsylvania, pushes manufacturing and Iran peace deal

Trump spoke at Mack Trucks in Pennsylvania, touting tariffs, job growth, an Iran cease‑fire deal and urging support for Rep. Ryan Mackenzie ahead of the midterms.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/president-donald-trump-visits-mack-trucks-plant-in-pennsylvania

### 2026-06-08: US Labor Market Gains Momentum as Legal Hiring Peaks

US May jobs added 172,000 with unemployment at 4.3%, but wage growth stalled; meanwhile, the legal sector posted a record hiring surge driven by firms and in‑house teams.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-labor-market-gains-momentum-as-legal-hiring-peaks

### 2026-06-08: US Labor Market Gains Stabilize Growth, Signal Fed Rate Hikes

May U.S. jobs added 172,000, unemployment stayed at 4.3%, wage growth slowed, and analysts expect the Fed to tighten policy, possibly hiking rates in July.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-labor-market-gains-stabilize-growth-signal-fed-rate-hikes

### 2026-06-07: U.S. Employment Data Spurs Fed Hawkish Outlook, Sends Gold Lower, Oil Higher

Strong U.S. jobs data raised Fed‑hike expectations, boosting the dollar and Treasury yields, sending gold and silver down while Brent crude rose above $97 amid Middle‑East tension.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-jobs-data-sparks-sharp-selloff-in-commodities-and-crypto-tokens

### 2026-06-07: US May Jobs Report Adds 172,000 Jobs, Long‑Term Unemployment Near 2 Million

May 2026 US payrolls added 172,000 jobs and unemployment stayed at 4.3%, but long‑term unemployed rose to nearly 2 million, the highest since 2021, prompting a 4% Nasdaq drop and a 70% chance of a Fed rate hike

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-jobs-report-adds-172000-jobs-longterm-unemployment-near-2-million

### 2026-06-07: US May job report fuels dollar surge and bond‑yield rise

US added 172,000 jobs in May, beating forecasts and keeping unemployment at 4.3%; the dollar and Treasury yields rose while equities and gold fell.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-report-fuels-dollar-surge-and-bondyield-rise

### 2026-06-06: US May job report adds 172,000 jobs, spurring Fed rate‑hike bets

U.S. jobs rose by 172,000 in May, unemployment stayed at 4.3%, and the data fueled higher Fed‑hike odds, pushing Treasury yields up and stock markets lower.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-report-shows-172000-new-jobs-unemployment-holds-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US payroll surge fuels tech sell‑off in US and European markets

US May payroll beats forecasts, sparking expectations of higher Fed rates and a tech sell‑off that pulled Nasdaq down 3% and hit European chip stocks, while broader markets fell.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-payroll-surge-fuels-tech-selloff-in-us-and-european-markets

### 2026-06-05: U.S. May Jobs Report Adds 172,000 Jobs, Unemployment Steady at 4.3%

May 2026 U.S. jobs report shows 172,000 new jobs, unemployment unchanged at 4.3%, but wage growth slows to a five‑year low, sparking economic and political debate.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-jobs-report-adds-172000-jobs-unemployment-steady-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US May Nonfarm Payrolls Jump 172,000, Unemployment Holds at 4.3%

US nonfarm payrolls rose 172,000 in May, far above expectations, while the unemployment rate stayed at 4.3% and average hourly earnings rose 0.3% month‑over‑month.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-nonfarm-payrolls-jump-172000-unemployment-holds-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US May job gains surge, spurring Wall Street sell‑off

US payrolls added 172,000 jobs in May, far above forecasts, triggering a sharp drop in equities, especially tech stocks, and boosting expectations of a Fed rate hike.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-gains-surge-spurring-wall-street-selloff

### 2026-06-05: US May Jobs Report Adds 172,000, Unemployment Holds at 4.3%

U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May, unemployment held at 4.3%, and strong sector gains lift Fed rate‑hike odds to about 60‑65% by year‑end.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-jobs-report-adds-172000-unemployment-holds-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US payroll surge drives sharp decline in stocks, gold and semiconductor shares

Stronger‑than‑expected US May payrolls (172k jobs, 4.3% unemployment) pushed a hawkish Fed outlook, sending Dow down ~1.3%, S&P ~2.6%, Nasdaq ~4.2%, and tech stocks and gold sharply lower.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-employment-surge-triggers-sharp-drop-in-wall-street-indices

### 2026-06-05: US May Jobs Report Shows Strong Gains, Steady Unemployment, Clouds Fed Rate‑Cut Outlook

US May 2026 jobs report shows 172,000 payroll gain and 4.3% unemployment, prompting upward revisions and tempering expectations of a near‑term Fed rate cut, with modest crypto price dips.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-jobs-report-shows-strong-gains-steady-unemployment-clouds-fed-ratecut-outlook

### 2026-06-05: US employment surge exceeds forecasts in June 2026

US jobs rose 172,000 in May, far outpacing forecasts and keeping unemployment at 4.3%, prompting talk of later Fed rate hikes; June‑4 data also include initial unemployment claims and productivity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-employment-surge-exceeds-forecasts-in-june-2026

### 2026-06-05: U.S. May Job Report Shows 172,000 New Jobs, Unemployment Steady at 4.3%

U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May, unemployment stayed at 4.3%; gains in hospitality, local government and health care offset losses in finance and air transport.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-report-shows-172000-new-jobs-unemployment-steady-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US adds 172,000 jobs in May as World Cup hospitality hiring surges

U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May 2026, with a 70,000‑job surge in hospitality as the World Cup approaches, keeping unemployment at 4.3% and prompting rate‑hike speculation.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-adds-172000-jobs-in-may-as-world-cup-hospitality-hiring-surges

### 2026-06-05: U.S. Hospitality Industry Accelerates Hiring Ahead of 2026 World Cup

U.S. hospitality firms added 172,000 jobs in May, with postings up 30% in World Cup host cities, spurring wage growth and raising post‑tournament labor concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-hospitality-industry-accelerates-hiring-ahead-of-2026-world-cup

### 2026-06-05: US May job report adds 172,000 jobs, unemployment steadies, triggers Nasdaq plunge

U.S. May payrolls added 172,000 jobs, unemployment held at 4.3%, spurring a market sell‑off with Nasdaq down 4.8% and raising expectations of a tighter Fed stance.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-report-adds-172000-jobs-unemployment-steadies-triggers-nasdaq-plunge

### 2026-06-05: US nonfarm payrolls beat expectations, boosting Fed rate‑hike outlook

US May nonfarm payrolls rose 172,000, far above the 85,000 forecast, with unemployment steady at 4.3%; the surprise boosted expectations of continued Fed rate hikes and pushed stocks, metals and Bitcoin lower.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-nonfarm-payrolls-beat-expectations-boosting-fed-ratehike-outlook

### 2026-06-05: U.S. May Jobs Report Shows 172,000 New Jobs, Unemployment Steady

U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, beating forecasts, while unemployment stayed at 4.3%; leisure, hospitality, local government and health care led the gains.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-jobs-report-shows-172000-new-jobs-unemployment-steady

### 2026-06-05: US job growth surges in May, bolstering Fed rate‑hold outlook

May U.S. employment rose by 172,000 jobs, far beating forecasts, keeping unemployment at 4.3% and prompting the Fed to likely keep rates steady at its June meeting.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-growth-surges-in-may-bolstering-fed-ratehold-outlook

### 2026-06-05: US May 2026 jobs report adds 172,000 jobs, beating forecasts

The U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May 2026, far above the 85,000 forecast, keeping unemployment at 4.3% and prompting Fed rate‑policy speculation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-2026-jobs-report-adds-172000-jobs-beating-forecasts

### 2026-06-05: US May payrolls add 172,000 jobs, unemployment holds at 4.3%

May payrolls added 172,000 jobs, unemployment held at 4.3%; wage gains modest; markets fell, boosting Fed rate‑hike odds to around two‑thirds.

24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-market-adds-172000-jobs-in-may-unemployment-stays-at-43

### 2026-06-05: US May payrolls surge 172,000, unemployment steadies at 4.3%

May U.S. non‑farm payrolls jumped 172,000, well above forecasts, while unemployment stayed at 4.3% and wages rose modestly, underscoring labor‑market resilience amid Middle‑East tensions and higher energy costs

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-payrolls-surge-172000-unemployment-steadies-at-43

### 2026-06-05: Donald Trump hails strong May jobs growth and vows to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions

Donald Trump praised May’s 172,000 jobs, attacked the Fed, touted $18 trillion in investment and said the U.S. will stop Iran’s nuclear ambitions “one way or another.”

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/donald-trump-lauds-strong-may-jobs-growth-attacks-fed-over-interest-rates

### 2026-06-04: US May job growth slows to 80,000, signaling labor‑market cooling

US May employment is projected to add 80,000 jobs, down from 115,000, with unemployment at 4.3% and modest wage gains, limiting prospects for Fed rate cuts as markets stay cautious.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-may-job-growth-slows-to-80000-signaling-labormarket-cooling

### 2026-05-17: US Labor Market Stable but Workers Face Frozen Hiring

US job market stable with low unemployment, but hiring slows and many face long searches; unemployment benefits vary by state.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-market-remains-stable-but-shows-frozen-lowhire-lowfire-trend

### 2026-05-15: U.S. Strain Rises as Job Gains Skew to Healthcare, Walmart Cuts Staff

US job growth is dominated by healthcare while Walmart cuts staff, underscoring consumer strain and persistent inflation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-strain-rises-as-job-gains-skew-to-healthcare-walmart-cuts-staff

### 2026-05-11: US job growth slows as unemployment edges higher and wages lag

US added ~115‑119k jobs, unemployment steadies ~4.3‑4.4%, wage growth weak and inflation outpacing pay.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-job-growth-slows-as-unemployment-edges-higher-and-wages-lag

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