US economy saw stronger-than-expected job growth in September, but the unemployment rate rose
The U.S. economy experienced a mixed jobs report for September 2025: job growth of 119,000 was stronger than expected, but the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%—a nearly four-year high.
The apparent contradiction of more jobs alongside higher unemployment is primarily explained by a significant increase in the labor force participation rate.
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