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U.S. labor market slows with midterms on the horizon
NBC Business·October 2, 2026·1 min read
The U.S. labor market slowed in September, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report indicates a cooling in hiring and employment growth, with the slowdown coming as the midterm elections approach. Specific figures on job gains and unemployment were not provided in the summary, but the trend signals a weakening economy.
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