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title: "US Employers Added 29,000 Jobs in September"
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published: 2026-10-02T14:04:29.000Z
updated: 2026-10-02T16:43:39.782Z
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source: "The Guardian Business https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/oct/02/september-jobs-report"
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# US Employers Added 29,000 Jobs in September

The US labor market experienced a decline in job growth in September, with most sectors experiencing losses except for healthcare.

US employers added just 29,000 jobs in September, significantly fewer than expected and a stark contrast to last month's gains. This decline marks a cooling of the labor market, especially considering it comes ahead of the midterm elections.

According to data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, most job gains were concentrated in the healthcare industry, which added 17,000 new positions. However, other sectors, including information, financial and professional industries, experienced losses, suggesting that not all areas of the economy are thriving.

Previous jobs reports for July and August have been revised downward: a total of 60,000 fewer jobs than initially reported. The data also shows that in July, there was actually a contraction of 10,000 jobs after revisions, whereas August had seen an addition of 133,000 jobs.

Average hourly earnings growth has slowed to 3%, its lowest rate in over five years, indicating that workers' wages are not keeping pace with inflation.

The recent jobs report from the labor department reveals a stark contrast between different demographic groups within the US workforce. Unemployment among Black Americans has increased significantly, rising to 7% - a rate double that of white Americans.

Despite a slowdown in job growth over the summer, August saw a notable increase in hiring, with 162,000 jobs added - the highest since March. This uptick was largely driven by industries such as healthcare, education, and hospitality, which experienced growth in private sector hiring.

Job openings and new hires have remained relatively stable according to recent data from the labor department, perpetuating the "slow-hire, slow-fire" job market trend. This suggests that while some areas of the economy are experiencing growth, others continue to struggle with stagnant employment opportunities.

The discrepancy between these findings and earlier reports from ADP, which showed private sector hiring accelerating for the first time since May, highlights the complexities of the current labor market landscape.

The sharp drop in jobs added in September has raised questions about the strength of the US labor market, which was previously thought to be running at full capacity.

Despite the decline, the overall solid performance of the jobs market remains a key factor in the Federal Reserve's decision-making process. However, the latest data has cooled expectations for another interest rate hike before the November midterms, with most central bank officials now more likely to wait until December to take action.

Higher inflation continues to be a major concern for Americans, with mortgage rates reaching their highest level in three years. The recent surge in mortgage rates is attributed to the largest weekly jump since 2022, from 7% to 7.28%. This increase will undoubtedly have a significant impact on household budgets.

The upward trend of higher oil prices has added to the economic pain, with estimates suggesting that households are now paying an additional $936 per month due to increased fuel costs.

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Source: [The Guardian Business](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/oct/02/september-jobs-report)  
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