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Fed Rate Hike in October Looks Less Likely After Weak Jobs Report

economy added just 29,000 jobs in September, well below economists' forecasts, as the unemployment rate increased.

Fed Rate Hike in October Looks Less Likely After Weak Jobs Report

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economy added just 29,000 jobs in September, well below economists' forecasts, as the unemployment rate increased.

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