U.S. Added 227,000 Jobs In November As Employment Bounces Back; Figures Show Slight Gains In Movie And Music Industries

Story by Ted Johnson

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Post-midterm job numbers exceed expectations as entertainment sectors see modest gains, signaling economic resilience amid political uncertainty.

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The movie industry added 7,000 jobs last month, a welcome boost after a summer slump, hinting at a potential rebound in the works.
Music industry employment ticked up by 3,000, suggesting the live event scene is regaining momentum despite lingering pandemic concerns.

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Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics