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Surprisingly strong US jobs figures fuel rate rise bets

The number of roles added to the US economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast.

Published Friday, 4 September 2026 at 13:39
Surprisingly strong US jobs figures fuel rate rise bets
The number of roles added to the US economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast.

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