The U.S. economy added 49,000 jobs in January, a weak showing after a virus surge.
The U.S. economy added 49,000 jobs in January, a weak showing after a virus surge.
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The American economy produced little relief last month as the winter pandemic surge continued to stymie a rebound in the labor market. The weak showing is certain to affect the debate in Washington over further federal intervention. U.S.
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The American economy produced little relief last month as the winter pandemic surge continued to stymie a rebound in the labor market. The weak showing is certain to affect the debate in Washington over further federal intervention. U.S.
Continue Reading . . . https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/02/05/business/stock-market-today/the-us-economy-added-49000-jobs-in-january-a-weak-showing-after-a-virus-surge