U.S. Adds 156K Jobs in August, Jobless Rate Up to 4.4%

The video discusses the rise in the unemployment rate to 4.4% and the unchanged annual earnings rate. It highlights job revisions, with June and July numbers revised lower, resulting in a net loss of 41,000 jobs. Despite growth in manufacturing, construction, and healthcare, retail jobs saw minimal increase, and no coal mining jobs were added. Seasonal adjustments in education jobs are noted, with expectations of a rebound in September. The video concludes with an analysis of the economic implications, suggesting the job data may challenge the Fed's rate increase plans.

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What impact did seasonal adjustments have on teaching jobs in August?

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