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August jobless rates down in 8 states; payroll jobs up in 4 states

In August, unemployment rates were lower in 8 states and the District of Columbia and stable in 42 states. Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 4 states and was essentially unchanged in 46 states and the District.

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09/16/2026 U.S. import prices rise 0.7% in August on higher nonfuel prices; export prices up 0.6%

09/11/2026 CPI for all items increases 0.4% in August; gasoline rises

09/11/2026 Real average hourly earnings for all employees decrease 0.1% in August

09/10/2026 PPI for final demand moves up 0.4% in August; goods advance 1.1%, services rise 0.1%

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