Labor & HR

March US jobs surge 178k, healthcare +76k; wage gains modest

BLS April 3: nonfarm employment +178k, unemployment holds 4.3%. Healthcare powers gains at +76k (outpatient +54k, physician offices +35k strike recovery effect). Wages +9 cents to $37.38.

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