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EconomyUS nonfarm payrolls surge in August; unemployment rate steady at 4.1%

U.S. job growth accelerated sharply in August while unemployment stayed at 4.1%, indicating a still stable labor market and leaving a Federal Reserve rate hike this month under consideration.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-09-04 13:15Original

US nonfarm payrolls surge in August; unemployment rate steady at 4.1%
US nonfarm payrolls surge in August; unemployment rate steady at 4.1%Economy