Health care and social assistance were the top sector for job gains — a common theme in recent years — adding 81,300 jobs.
The U.S. labor market surprised economists with its strength once again, adding more than 300,000 jobs in March, with a few key sectors continuing to fuel its growth.
Within health care, ambulatory services and hospitals combined to add 55,000 jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that the labor force participation has changed little in the past year despite consistent upside surprises for job gains.
It's been the key to rebalancing the labor market.
Persons:
It's, we've, Stephanie Kelton
Organizations:
Bureau of Labor Statistics ., BLS, Labor Statistics, Brook University
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U.S