It’s an ominous sign ahead of Friday’s release of jobs data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

U.S. private sector hiring rose less than expected in August, per the ADP.

It’s an ominous sign ahead of Friday’s release of jobs data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The rise in U.S. private employment slowed considerably in August, rising less than expected by 54,000 jobs and is up 4.4% over last year, according to ADP.

ADP payrolls and jobless claims show that the jobs market may be weakening faster than expected.

ADP payrolls and jobless claims show that the jobs market may be weakening faster than expected.

Trump's trade wars have created an atmosphere of economic anxiety.