US jobs market sees sharp slowdown in September
Key takeaway
US job growth slowed sharply to 29,000 in September, down from 133,000 in August.
- Step 1 · The triggerUS hiring slows sharply and unemployment rises, signaling a cooling labor market
- Step 2 · Knock-onsofter labor data reduces wage pressure and lowers the probability of further Fed rate hikes
- Step 3 · Reaches youa less hawkish Fed outlook eases global borrowing costs, including for UK SMEs with USD-linked or internationally priced debt
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Source: BBC News — Business
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