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Hiring by American businesses dropped last month, according to an estimate from payroll processor ADP

December 4, 2025

In November, private employers in the U. S. experienced a surprising decline, shedding 32,000 jobs according to ADP's estimate, following an upwardly revised gain of 47,000 jobs in October. This unexpected drop comes as economists had anticipated a modest increase in employment.

Hiring by American businesses dropped last month, according to an estimate from payroll processor ADP

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ADP reported a loss of 32,000 private sector jobs in November.
October's job increase was revised up to 47,000.
Economists expected a rise of 10,000 jobs for November.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the official employment report on December 16.

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Hiring by American businesses dropped last month, according to an estimate from payroll processor ADP

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