US private sector job growth in June fell short of expectations, adding only 98,000 positions. This marks a slowdown from May's figures, with mixed industry performances. While finance and information sectors saw gains, leisure and hospitality hiring remained sluggish for the sixth consecutive month. This trend suggests a cooling job market, with economists closely watching upcoming official reports.

Nearly half of all job creation for private employers last month came from the education and health services sector.

Once again Small Business led the charge with hiring...

US private sector job growth in June fell short of expectations, adding only 98,000 positions. This marks a slowdown from May's figures, with mixed industry performances. While…

US private-sector jobs fell by 33,000 in June, the first decline since 2024. Inflation at 3.8% in June priced at 46.7% YES.

ADP reports 98,000 private-sector jobs added in June 2026, missing the 113,000 forecast. What the softer labor market data means for Fed policy and crypto.