US Companies Add Fewer Jobs Than Forecast at 146,000: ADP

The transcript discusses the ADP job estimates for November, which are significantly lower than the previous month. It explores the potential impact of hurricanes and strikes on job numbers and the expected rebound. The discussion also covers the revisions in job data and the Federal Reserve's focus on unemployment rates rather than overall job creation numbers.

What was the number of jobs found by ADP in November compared to the previous month?

• 146,000 jobs, which is higher than the previous month

• 146,000 jobs, which is lower than the previous month

• 223,000 jobs, which is lower than the previous month

• 223,000 jobs, which is higher than the previous month

What factors are considered for the expected job numbers on Friday?

• New job creation and strikes ending

• Strikes ending and hurricane disruptions

• None of the above

• Hurricane disruptions and new job creation

How many people were out on strike, affecting the job numbers?

• 10,000 people

• 20,000 people

• 30,000 people

• 40,000 people

What is the Fed more interested in regarding job numbers?

• Hurricane impact on jobs

• Revised job numbers

• Unemployment rate

• Overall job creation numbers

What caused the revisions in the job numbers reported by ADP?

• Strikes affecting data collection

• Inaccurate initial reports

• Hurricane-related reporting issues

• Changes in economic policies