US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month and unemployment rate ticked higher to 4.4%
- Posted on March 6, 2026
- By Star Tribune
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US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month and unemployment rate ticked higher to 4.4%

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%.