U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs in September, signaling a slower labor market

The U.S. added only 29,000 jobs in September as job market lacks spark

U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market.

Oct 2, 2026

U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs in September, signaling a slower labor market

Forecasters had expected gains of about 84,000 new jobs in September, consistent with a stable but sluggish labor market.

Oct 2, 2026