Economy continues to grow, with Atlanta Fed projecting 2.7% increase in Q4
Economy added 8,200 jobs last month, but labour force also grew
The “low-hire, low-fire” job market remains in effect, labour department report suggests
Operating environment unfavourable as risks, uncertainty, rise
At the same time, continuing claims are at their lowest level since April
AI boom, equity market wealth effect outpacing tariff drag on growth
The report potentially complicates the Fed’s upcoming rate decision
Small business employment slumping, new data shows
Wage gains stoking inflation, justifying pause on rate cuts: NBF
For now, the U.S. job market appears stuck in a “low-hire, low-fire” state