# U.S. economy shows signs of trouble as gas prices rise and jobs fall

https://mins.news/en/video/18172

- CBS News, 2026-08-10 13:57 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQ1U5dFdMKQ

> The U.S. economy is showing signs of strain as gasoline prices climb back above $4 per gallon. July employment data unexpectedly recorded a loss of 23,000 jobs in the United States. The developments point to pressure from higher fuel costs alongside weakness in the labor market. The report examines the warning signs emerging in the economy.

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