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The economy added 172,000 jobs in May as unemployment held steady

Leisure and hospitality posted the largest gain, with 70,000 new positions. Financial activities was a notable weak spot

The economy added 172,000 jobs in May as unemployment held steady

Published July 3, 2026 · Category: Markets

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Leisure and hospitality posted the largest gain, with 70,000 new positions. Financial activities was a notable weak spot

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Originally published at qz.com.

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