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Markets reversed early gains Friday as a significantly weaker-than-expected jobs report reignited concerns about economic slowing.

The August 2025 U.S. jobs report paints a picture of a labor market in flux, with ongoing challenges but also hints of resilience.

Markets surged Thursday, with the S&P 500 hitting a fresh all-time high ahead of Friday’s pivotal jobs report.

Stocks and bonds moved higher Wednesday as soft labor market data raised confidence that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September.

Recent economic forecasts suggest slower growth ahead for both the United States and the global economy in 2025.