U.S. private employers added 16,500 jobs weekly as hiring slows for the fourth week.

For the four weeks ending July 4, 2026, U.S. private employers added an average of 16,500 jobs per week, marking a slowdown in hiring for the fourth consecutive week. This data, based on ADP's National Employment Report Pulse, reflects a decline from previous weeks where job additions were higher, indicating a cooling labor market trend. These preliminary figures are seasonally adjusted and subject to revision as more data becomes available. The next update is scheduled for July 28, 2026, providing ongoing insight into U.S. employment trends.