How the April Jobs Report Could Change Inflation and Recession Fears | Market Takes

The Fed is trying to slow the U.S. economy to reduce inflation, but the labor market had been red hot in the first quarter. The April U.S. jobs report details the latest on how companies are responding to the Fed’s rate hikes. If businesses keep adding workers and increasing pay, the Fed may have to keep raising rates, making things even harder for companies and consumers.

Small Businesses Keep Hiring as Fed Raises Rates to Cool Economy

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