Washington D.C., June 7, 2025 — The U.S. labor market continued its steady growth last month, with employers adding 139,000 jobs in June, according to new data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report signals ongoing resilience in the American economy despite concerns about inflation, interest rates, and global uncertainty.

Job gains were strongest in sectors such as healthcare, professional services, and construction. Meanwhile, manufacturing and retail showed modest but positive growth. The national unemployment rate remained steady at 3.9%, reflecting a stable hiring environment.

Financial markets responded positively to the news. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both closed higher on Friday, buoyed by investor confidence in the labor market’s performance. Analysts say the report may ease pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates further in the short term.

“This is a solid jobs report,” said Morgan Adams, senior economist at the Brookfield Institute. “It shows that the economy is still expanding, and employers are continuing to invest in new talent.”

Wage growth remained moderate, rising 0.3% in June and 3.9% over the past 12 months — a pace economists say is consistent with a sustainable labor market that doesn’t overly fuel inflation.

Still, some economists caution that the cooling pace of job growth compared to earlier quarters may suggest that businesses are becoming more cautious amid uncertainty in global markets and upcoming U.S. elections.