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February Job Market Trends
This chapter analyzes February's job growth with an increase of 151,000 jobs mainly in the private sector, while federal employment slightly declines. The discussion includes wage stabilization, sectoral performance, and the implications of fluctuations in employment data, focusing on weaknesses in consumer-driven industries. As unemployment rates rise and labor market indicators signal uncertainty, the chapter underscores the complexities of the current job landscape.