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April Jobs Report

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AFBytes briefing

Job adds support wages and spending, aiding family budgets. Strong payrolls signal economic health for mortgages. Investors track for retirement portfolios.

What to watch next

  • May payrolls print will confirm jobs momentum.
Economy benzinga.com · May 8, 2026 13:54 UTC

Nasdaq Up 200 on 115K April Jobs

Nasdaq rose over 200 points as U.S. added 115,000 jobs in April. Nonfarm payrolls beat expectations with steady unemployment. Tech led gains amid oil dip.