The Indicator from Planet Money · Friday, September 4, 2026
The latest jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs last month. The unemployment rate remained stable at approximately 4.1%. A significant portion of this job growth was attributed to increased hiring in the food services and drinking places sector.
“And according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate remains steady at around 4.1% last month. And the economy added 162,000 jobs.”
“Much of that growth came from a surge in hiring at food services and drinking places, which is BLS speak for restaurants and bars.”