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The U.S. lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%

by The Associated Press March 6, 2026

written by The Associated Press March 6, 2026

By Paul Wiseman And Anne D'innocenzio WASHINGTON (AP) — American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%. Hiring deteriorated from January, when companies, nonprofits and government agencies a...

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The U.S. lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%

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