Labor market shows signs of cooling, but economists remain optimistic about stability
The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs in April 2025, falling short of expectations and marking the slowest job growth in six months. Despite the lower-than-expected numbers, the national unemployment rate held steady at 3.9%, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Economists view this as a sign of a “soft landing” — where inflation cools without triggering a full-blown recession. Wage growth slowed slightly, easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to continue rate hikes.
Sectors like healthcare and professional services continued to lead in hiring, while tech and manufacturing remained relatively flat.
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