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US jobs unexpectedly fell in July as unemployment rate dips to 4.1% amid lower labor participation.

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07 Aug 2026
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In July, US nonfarm payrolls unexpectedly declined by 23,000 jobs, contrary to expectations of an 83,000 gain, signaling a slowing employment trend. The unemployment rate slightly decreased to 4.1%, but this was accompanied by a drop in labor force participation to 61.4%, the lowest in over five years. Job losses were notable in local government education, retail, and financial activities, while healthcare job growth slowed. Wage growth was minimal, with average hourly earnings rising only 2 cents, below forecasts, indicating subdued wage pressure. These trends suggest a cooling labor market that may influence future economic and policy decisions.

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