U.S. payrolls grew by 256,000 in December, much more than expected; unemployment rate falls to 4.1%

US economy created 256,000 jobs in December

Hiring powered ahead last month with 256,000 jobs added. The unemployment rate slipped to 4.1%.

Biden ends his term with a sturdy labor market after the U.S. added a surprising 256,000 jobs in December

Employers added 256,000 jobs in December, exceeding forecasts and signaling the job market remains resilient.

U.S. employers added 256,000 jobs in December, far exceeding expectations and indicating Trump will inherit a healthy economy