U.S. Adds 228,000 Jobs in Nov., Jobless Rate 4.1%

U.S. Adds 228,000 Jobs in Nov., Jobless Rate 4.1%

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The video discusses the addition of 221,000 jobs in the private sector, with a total of 230,000 new jobs reported after revisions. The unemployment rate remains steady at 4.1%, and the labor force participation rate is stable at 62.7%. A notable increase of 148,000 people in the labor force is observed, recovering from a previous decline. The EU 6 unemployment measure slightly increased to 8%. Average hourly earnings grew by 2.5% year-on-year, which is below expectations.

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What was the total number of new jobs reported?

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What was the unemployment rate mentioned in the text?

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How many new people entered the labor force?

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What was the change in the EU 6 unemployment measure?

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What was the year-on-year change in average hourly earnings?

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