U.S. adds 162,000 jobs in August; unemployment holds at 4.1%
The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, according to the Labor Department. The unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%, in line with expectations.
By Justin LahartThe U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, the Labor Department said Friday, well ahead of expectations.The unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%, in line with expectations.A new normal for job growth?The U.S. has entered a phase where economists believe the country doesn't have to add many…