US labor market shows sluggish improvement

ADP reported that private-sector employment declined by 32,000 jobs in September, with healthcare and education sectors accounting for most of the new additions. The official government jobs report was delayed due to the ongoing federal shutdown. This slowdown reflects cautious hiring among businesses amid economic uncertainty. Unemployment remains close to a four-year high, signaling persistent labor market challenges. Analysts are closely monitoring upcoming data to assess trends in employment growth, sectoral strength, and overall economic resilience.