Summary
In 2025, the United States saw job growth slow down, with December adding only 50,000 jobs, marking the weakest job creation since 2020. The unemployment rate fell to 4.4%, and overall, the year experienced an average of 49,000 new jobs per month, influenced by President Trump's policy changes.
Key Facts
- In December 2025, the US added 50,000 jobs, according to Labor Department data.
- The unemployment rate in December 2025 dropped to 4.4%.
- The job growth in 2025 was the lowest since the Covid pandemic in 2020.
- On average, 49,000 jobs were added each month in 2025.
- Job gains in October and November 2025 were revised down by 76,000 jobs.
- US employers faced challenges due to policy changes such as tariffs and immigration restrictions.
- The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate to try to boost the economy amid slow job growth.
- There were no widespread layoffs despite the slow hiring rate.
