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10/05/2026 · Moore County

U.S. Job Growth Slows in September Amid Economic Concerns

U.S. employers created 29,000 jobs in September, a significant slowdown in hiring. This report emerges one month before Americans vote in midterm elections.

10/04/2026

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Economist Analyzes Gender Disparities in Recent Jobs Report

The U.S. economy recently added fewer jobs than analysts anticipated, and the unemployment rate increased to 4.2%. Economist Betsey Stevenson offered an analysis of these trends, specifically addressing gender-based differences in employment data.

10/04/2026

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Social Security Benefit Projections Indicate Future Increases

Projections suggest Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits may see increases in the coming years. Analysts predict a 2.8% rise for 2026 and a potential 3.5% increase for 2027. These adjustments affect millions of Americans who receive these payments.

10/03/2026

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OPEC+ Producers Maintain Current Oil Output Levels

A group of major oil-producing nations, collectively known as OPEC+, announced they will maintain their current production quotas for November. This decision comes ahead of a broader meeting scheduled for early next month.

10/05/2026

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U.S. Job Growth Slows in September Amid Economic Concerns

U.S. employers created 29,000 jobs in September, a significant slowdown in hiring. This report emerges one month before Americans vote in midterm elections.

10/04/2026

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