US employers added 517,000 jobs in January

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February 03, 2023 10:06 PM - NEW YORK – The US labour market affirmed its strength in January, producing another hefty round of hiring even as interest rates continue to rise.

Still, some measures suggest that higher interest rates appear to be slowing other parts of the economy.

The robust hiring figures in the US defied expectations and underscored the challenges facing the Federal Reserve.

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Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: Singapore

Topics: Labour Interest Economy Increase Hiring Rate Inflation December Cent Rates Market

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Published On: 2023-02-03 @ 22:06:17 (1 months ago)

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