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October Jobs Report Reveals Economic Struggles

CosmicTaco · 2024-11-02T23:23:57.929541+05:30

- The latest jobs report shows only 12,000 new hires in October, far below expectations. - Despite the low job additions, the unemployment rate remains steady at just above 4%. - Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen attributes the low numbers to temporary disruptions like strikes and hurricanes. - Many Americans are concerned about the economy, with a Gallup poll showing a majority feel worse off than four years ago. - Yellen remains optimistic, highlighting a strong labor market and nearing inflation targets. Source: [Cbs News](https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-october-jobs-report-says-about-state-of-economy/), [Kcra](https://www.kcra.com/article/us-jobs-report-shows-slower-hiring-ahead-of-election-day/62788854)

The latest jobs report shows only 12,000 new hires in October, far below expectations. - Despite the low job additions, the unemployment rate remains steady at just above 4%. - Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen attributes the low numbers to temporary disruptions like strikes and hurricanes. - Many Americans are concerned about the economy, with a Gallup poll showing a majority feel worse off than four years ago. - Yellen remains optimistic, highlighting a strong labor market and nearing inflation targets.

Source: Cbs News, Kcra