US jobs growth slows in July as pandemic takes toll
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Hiring in the US slowed sharply in July as the country struggled to control the coronavirus pandemic.
Employers added 1.8 million jobs last month, down from a record 4.8 million in June.
The unemployment rate fell to 10.2%, continuing to improve from the high of 14.7% seen in April.
The figures reignited calls for Washington to approve further economic stimulus,…
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