U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, even as inflation squeezes consumers - NBC News

Published Jun 5, 2026 • 12:36 PM

U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, even as inflation squeezes consumers - NBC News

U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May, even as inflation squeezes consumers NBC News
U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May, much more than expected; unemployment at 4.3% CNBC
Jobs market booms with 172,000 jobs added in May as unemployment holds steady Axios
Private employers added 122,000 roles in May Yahoo Finance
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May as labor market continues to blow past expectations CBS News

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