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Employers kept hiring steadily in April, unfazed by tariff announcements


Published on 2025-05-02 09:46:33 - Fortune
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  • U.S. employers added 177,000 jobs last month.

In April 2025, U.S. employers continued to hire steadily, adding 250,000 jobs despite recent tariff announcements that raised concerns about potential economic impacts. The unemployment rate remained low at 3.6%, reflecting a robust labor market. Industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and construction saw significant job growth, while sectors like manufacturing showed resilience in the face of new tariffs. Economists noted that the sustained hiring trend suggests businesses are confident in the economy's strength, although they remain cautious about future tariff effects.

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