Article 3PD9V US unemployment falls to 17-year low of 3.9% as economy adds 164,000 jobs

US unemployment falls to 17-year low of 3.9% as economy adds 164,000 jobs

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Dominic Rushe in New York
from on (#3PD9V)

Unemployment falls again as labor force participation rate drops - but wages continue to grow slowly for most American workers

The US unemployment rate fell to 3.9% in April, its lowest rate since December 2000, as employers stepped up hiring, modestly adding 164,000 jobs over the month.

Related: US-China talks end in increased tension and demand for $200bn trade deficit cut

JUST OUT: 3.9% Unemployment. 4% is Broken! In the meantime, WITCH HUNT!

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