U.S. Adds 250,000 Jobs in October, Wage Gains Rise to 3.1%

U.S. Adds 250,000 Jobs in October, Wage Gains Rise to 3.1%

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The video discusses the US unemployment rate, which remained at 3.7% in October, the lowest since 1969. Average hourly earnings increased by $0.83 year-over-year, marking the highest rise since 2009. The labor participation rate saw a slight increase to 62.9%. Job revisions for September and August were noted, with significant job gains in healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and transportation sectors. Overall, 250,000 jobs were added to the US economy in October.

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What sectors saw significant job gains last month?

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How many jobs were added to the US economy in October?

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