The Economic Times News

The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%

America added 64,000 jobs in November, a welcome gain after October's loss of 105,000 jobs. Federal worker departures heavily influenced October's figures. The unemployment rate climbed to 4.6%. Healthcare and construction sectors saw job additions. Manufacturing shed jobs for the seventh consecutive month. Hiring momentum has slowed due to economic uncertainties.