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US jobs market sees sharp slowdown in September

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Real event · economy · 2026-10-02

US jobs market sees sharp slowdown in September

Final verdict announced: October 3, 2026 at 10:01 AM ET

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US jobs market sees sharp slowdown in September

Unemployment rose slightly as American employers paused hiring.

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American employers paused hiring with midterm elections approaching.

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