US Adds 151,000 Jobs in February, Unemployment Rate 4.1%
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The US economy added 151,000 jobs in February, falling short of recent robust job creation trends. Surprisingly, the unemployment rate increased to 4.1%, indicating potential cooling in the labor market. This data suggests a more moderate employment landscape compared to previous months, which could influence Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.
March 18, 2025 | 11:30 am
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Modest job growth and rising unemployment could impact market expectations for Fed interest rate decisions, potentially influencing broad market ETF performance.
The mixed jobs data suggests economic uncertainty, which could lead to neutral market reaction as investors reassess Fed policy expectations.
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