U.S. Companies Added 135,000 Jobs in September: ADP

The transcript discusses the ADP job report for September, noting a slight decrease in job growth compared to expectations. It highlights factors contributing to this slowdown, such as manufacturing weaknesses and a slowing service sector. The impact of census hiring and the GM workers' strike on job numbers is also examined, with a focus on private payroll trends and future economic outlook.

What were the job numbers reported by ADP for September?

How did the August job numbers change according to the report?

What factors are contributing to the slowdown in job growth this year?

What is the significance of the GM workers strike in relation to payroll numbers?

What does the speaker mean by 'reading the tea leaves' regarding hiring trends?