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U.S. Job Market Pushes Past Shocks and Strains

NYT Business Friday 05 June 2026, 18:59 UTC By Lydia DePillis 1 min read
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Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, adding to a vigorous pace of hiring in recent months. But wage growth is not keeping up with higher prices and consumers remain pessimistic.

Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, adding to a vigorous pace of hiring in recent months. But wage growth is not keeping up with higher prices and consumers remain pessimistic.
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