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Wall Street braces for softer September hiring as Fed eyes inflation, not jobs

Economists expect 84,000 new jobs and a 4.1% unemployment rate Friday, while Fed officials signal patience on further rate hikes, according to CNBC.

CNBC Economy·Oct 1, 2026, 6:55 PM·2 min read✓ Verified

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Wall Street braces for softer September hiring as Fed eyes inflation, not jobs
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