Business · Important news for 5 September 2026
US Economy Added 162,000 Jobs in August as Unemployment Holds Steady
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the economy added 162,000 jobs in August, beating forecasts with the unemployment rate steady at 4.1%, and with women accounting for 98% of the net gains.
- The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August.
- Women accounted for 98% of the job gains.
- The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%.
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