US EditionJobs report shows unexpected gains, but unemployment rises again
- In March 2025, U.S. Employers added 228,000 non-farm jobs, according to the Labor Department.
- This surprising increase occurred as President Trump initiated a global trade war with new tariffs.
- Job gains occurred in healthcare, restaurants, and retail, which saw workers returning from strikes.
- Trump posted on Truth Social, claiming his policies were "already working," but economists warn of uncertainty; "There's a lot of things in play right now."
- Despite job growth, the unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, and the Dow Jones index plunged following the tariff announcement, signaling potential economic disruption.
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Robust March jobs report signals the economy is starting from a 'position of strength' if Trump tariffs spark downturn
The March jobs report exceeded analyst expectations with a gain of 228,000 compared to the forecasted 140,000. The report is just a small bright spot ahead of the impending downturn that many expect after President Donald Trump’s recently announced tariffs. The robust job market at least means the economy and the labor market are starting from a “position of strength” should things worsen. Friday’s March jobs report offered an economic bright s…
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US job growth strong in March but Trump tariff impact still to come
US hiring soared past expectations in March, government data showed Friday, but analysts warn this is "old news" as the full effects of President Donald Trump's tariffs and federal cuts have yet to ripple through the country.
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