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U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Continue to Decline Despite Political Promises
The article discusses how President Trump's tariffs in 2025 have led to slower job growth and increased unemployment, despite only modest increases in consumer prices, due to business uncertainty and hesitancy to invest or hire, with potential changes depending on upcoming legal rulings.
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US Trade Deficit Hits 2009 Low Amid Tariff Impact
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Yahoo Finance
The US trade deficit has significantly decreased to its lowest since 2009, dropping by nearly half to around $29.4 billion in October 2025, driven by reduced imports and increased exports amid tariffs, which some economists see as a sign of economic resilience and a potential advantage in 2026.
US Manufacturing Jobs Continue to Decline Despite Promises
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Reuters
US manufacturing jobs continue to decline despite Trump's tariffs, with over 70,000 jobs lost since April and employment levels below those of his initial term, reflecting a sluggish labor market and limited impact of trade policies on blue-collar employment.
US Household Wealth Reaches New Record Amid Market Rally in 2025
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Reuters
US household wealth reached a record $181.6 trillion in Q3 2025, driven by a booming stock market fueled by AI investments and rising home prices, despite increased household and government debt. The data was delayed due to a government shutdown.
US Job Growth Slows in December Amid Economic Uncertainty
Originally Published 2 days ago — by CNN
The US economy added only 50,000 jobs in December 2025, marking the weakest annual job growth since 2003, but the unemployment rate fell to 4.4%, indicating a sluggish labor market with cautious optimism from markets and policymakers.
December Jobs Report Highlights Slowest Year for U.S. Hiring Since 2020
Originally Published 2 days ago — by NBC News
The U.S. experienced its worst job growth since 2020 in 2025, with only 584,000 jobs added and a slowdown in hiring across sectors, reflecting a cautious labor market amid economic uncertainties and policy impacts, despite some positive signs like wage increases and lower unemployment benefits claims.
US Job Growth Slows Significantly in 2025, Unemployment Drops
Originally Published 2 days ago — by BBC
US job creation in 2025 slowed to its weakest pace since 2020, with only 50,000 jobs added in December and an average of 49,000 per month for the year, reflecting a cooling labor market despite steady economic growth and Federal Reserve rate cuts. The unemployment rate decreased slightly to 4.4%, but overall job gains remain subdued amid mixed sector performances and ongoing policy debates.
US Job Growth Slows in December Amid Economic Uncertainty
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Guardian
US employment growth in December was modest, with 50,000 jobs added, marking the weakest year of growth since the pandemic, amid economic uncertainty and debates over interest rate policies. The unemployment rate decreased to 4.4%, and the labor market remains in a subdued 'no hire, no fire' phase, influencing upcoming Federal Reserve decisions on interest rates.
US Job Growth Slows to 50,000 in December Amid Unemployment Drop
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Financial Times
The US economy added only 50,000 jobs in December, significantly below expectations, indicating a slowdown in employment growth.
U.S. Jobs Growth Slows to 50,000 in December, Unemployment Drops to 4.4%
Originally Published 2 days ago — by CNBC
US job growth in December was weaker than expected with a 50,000 increase, but the unemployment rate fell to 4.4%, indicating a mixed labor market outlook. The year saw the slowest job gains outside of a recession since 2003, reflecting a hiring recession despite strong economic growth and consumer spending. The report influences Federal Reserve interest rate decisions amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
Fed to Resume Penny Deposits Amid Shortage Relief Efforts
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Axios
The U.S. penny shortage has led the Federal Reserve to resume accepting penny deposits at select locations, aiming to ease cash checkout issues, but this limited measure does not address the broader circulation and production problems, which remain unresolved since the last pennies were minted in November and production was halted last year.