Hiring burst of 162,000 jobs in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation in the U.S. Sep 04, 2026 · Paul Wiseman · washingtontimes.com read more » The U.S. labor market bounced back in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs, ending a summer of lackluster hiring growth with a bang. Read more »
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