559,000 Jobs Added In May

In May, the economy added a significant number of jobs, reducing the unemployment rate to 5.8%. This growth contrasts with April's hiring slowdown, where only 266,000 jobs were added. The increase in May is attributed to the lifting of restrictions and a faster-than-expected return to normalcy amid the pandemic. Notable job gains were observed in the hospitality, leisure, and education sectors.

What was the job addition in April compared to May?

What factors contributed to the job additions in May?