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US Private Sector Adds 62K Jobs in March; Hiring Remains Steady
ADP reported private sector employment grew by 62,000 jobs in March 2026, with wage growth and hiring activity holding steady month-over-month. Smaller employers drove recent job gains while overall hiring remained level, suggesting a moderation in labor market momentum. This data point provides early indication of employment trends ahead of official Bureau of Labor Statistics monthly employment report.