Analysts had expected an average of 80,000 new jobs in July, according to Bloomberg's compilation of forecasts.
In June, 20,000 new jobs were created, according to revised figures. Previous estimates were 57,000.
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Analysts had expected an average of 80,000 new jobs in July, according to Bloomberg's compilation of forecasts.
In June, 20,000 new jobs were created, according to revised figures. Previous estimates were 57,000.