US added just 114,000 jobs in July, unemployment rate hits 4.3% as interest rates take economic toll

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US hiring fell sharply in July, an unexpected setback for the economy stoking recession fears

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The U.S. economy suffered an unexpected setback in July, as hiring fell sharply and the unemployment rate rose for the fourth straight month in a sign that higher interest rates may be taking a bigger toll on businesses and consumers.

US hiring fell sharply in July, an unexpected setback for the economy stoking recession fears