What To Expect In The April 2025 Job Report On Friday

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Summary

  • The April 2025 non-farm payrolls are expected to show slowed job growth at 150,000, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.2%.
  • Tariffs imposed by President Trump are likely to hurt corporate hiring, especially in the auto sector, despite a temporary boost in auto dealer jobs.
  • The Federal Reserve is not expected to cut interest rates despite recent market reactions to the White House.
  • Job increases are anticipated in healthcare and social assistance, while job cuts are expected in advertising, government, and general merchandise sectors.
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On Friday morning, the Bureau of Labor Statistics will publish April 2025 non-farm payrolls. Economists are forecasting job growth to slow from 228,000 job additions in March to 150,000 jobs in April. Economists expect the unemployment rate will not

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