ROSELAND, N.J. , Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Private sector employment shed 32,000 jobs in November...


    
    
    
          
            ,  /PRNewswire/ -- Private sector employment shed 32,000 jobs in November and pay was up 4.4 percent year-over-year according to the November ADP National Employment Report® produced by ADP Research in collaboration with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab ("Stanford Lab").  
            
            
                    
                      
  
    
    

    
      

      
        
          
        
      

      

      
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            The ADP National Employment Report is an independent measure of the labor market based on the anonymized weekly payroll data of more than 26 million private-sector employees in the United States. ADP's Pay Insights captures over 15 million individual pay change observations each month. Together, the jobs report and pay insights use ADP's fine-grained data to provide a representative and high-frequency picture of the private-sector labor market.
            
           	  "Hiring has been choppy of late as employers weather cautious consumers and an uncertain macroeconomic environment," said Dr. Nela Richardson, chief economist, ADP. "And while November's slowdown was broad-based, it was led by a pullback among small businesses."
           	  November 2025 Report HighlightsView the ADP National Employment Report and interactive charts at www.adpemploymentreport.com.JOBS REPORTPrivate employers shed 32,000 jobs in NovemberJob creation has been flat during the second half of 2025 and pay growth has been on a downward trend. November hiring was particularly weak in manufacturing, professional and business services, information, and construction.Change in U.S. Private Employment:     -32,000Change by Industry- Goods-producing:     -19,000 
 Natural resources/mining     8,000 
 Construction     -9,000 
 Manufacturing     -18,000 
- Service-providing:     -13,000 
 Trade/transportation/utilities     1,000 
 Information     -20,000 
 Financial activities     -9,000 
 Professional/business services     -26,000 
 Education/health services     33,000 
 Leisure/hospitality     13,000 
 Other services     -4,000 
Change by U.S. Regions - Northeast:     -100,000 
 New England     -50,000 
 Mid-Atlantic     -49,000 
- Midwest:     45,000 
 East North Central     41,000 
 West North Central     4,000 
- South:     -43,000 
 South Atlantic     -78,000 
 East South Central     31,000 
 West South Central     3,000 
- West:     67,000 
 Mountain     13,000 
 Pacific     54,000 
Change by Establishment Size - Small establishments:     -120,000 
 1-19 employees     -46,000 
 20-49 employees     -74,000 
- Medium establishments:     51,000 
 50-249 employees     31,000 
 250-499 employees     20,000 
- Large establishments:     39,000 
 500+ employees     39,000 
PAY INSIGHTSPay growth slowed in NovemberYear-over-year pay for job-stayers rose 4.4 percent, down from 4.5 percent growth in October. For job-changers, pay was up 6.3 percent, slowing from 6.7 percent growth the month prior.Median Change in Annual Pay - Job-stayers     4.4%- Job-changers     6.3%Median Change in Annual Pay for Job-Stayers by Industry - Goods-producing:                                                     
 Natural resources/mining     4.3% 
 Construction     4.4% 
 Manufacturing     4.8% 
- Service-providing:                                                
 Trade/transportation/utilities     4.4% 
 Information     4.2% 
 Financial activities     5.2% 
 Professional/business services     4.2% 
 Education/health services     4.3% 
 Leisure/hospitality     4.5% 
 Other services     4.0% 
Median Change in Annual Pay for Job-Stayers by Firm Size- Small firms:                                                                  
 1-19 employees     2.5% 
 20-49 employees     4.0% 
- Medium firms:                                                               
 50-249 employees     4.7% 
 250-499 employees     4.8% 
- Large firms:                                                                  
 500+ employees     4.9% 
To see Pay Insights by U.S. State, Gender, and Age for Job-Stayers, visit here: The October total number of jobs added was revised from 42,000 to 47,000.For additional information about the ADP National Employment Report, including historical files, employment and pay data, methodology, and a calendar of release dates, please visit https://adpemploymentreport.com/.    The December 2025 ADP National Employment Report will be released on January 7, 2025 at 8:15 a.m. ET.About ADP Research The mission of ADP Research is to make the future of work more productive through data-driven discovery. Companies, workers, and policy makers rely on our finely tuned data and unique perspective to make informed decisions that impact workplaces around the world.To subscribe to monthly email alerts or obtain additional information about ADP Research, including employment and pay data, methodology, and a calendar of release dates, please visit https://www.adpresearch.com.    About ADP (NASDAQ: ADP)ADP has been shaping the world of work with innovation and expertise for more than 75 years. As a global leader in HR and payroll solutions, ADP continuously works to solve business challenges for our clients and their workers, from simple, easy-to-use tools for small businesses to fully integrated platforms for global enterprises – and everything in between. Always Designing for People means we're focused on just that – people. We use our unmatched AI-driven insights and proven expertise to design innovative solutions that help people achieve greater success at work. More than 1.1 million clients across 140+ countries rely on ADP's exceptional service to support their people and drive their business forward. HR, Talent, Time Management, Benefits, Compliance, and Payroll. Learn more at ADP.comADP, the ADP logo, and Always Designing for People, ADP National Employment Report, and ADP Research are registered trademarks of ADP, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved.ADP-MediaSOURCE ADP, Inc.
          
		  
          
        

  

ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Shed 32,000 Jobs in November; Annual Pay was Up 4.4%

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    <h2>ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Drops 32,000 Jobs in November</h2>
    <p>The latest <strong>ADP National Employment Report</strong> reveals a decline of **32,000 jobs** in the private sector during November 2025, while annual pay increased by **4.4%** year-over-year. This report, produced by <strong>ADP</strong> Research in partnership with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, offers critical insights into the current state of the labor market.</p>
    
    <section>
        <h3>Understanding the ADP National Employment Report</h3>
        <p>The ADP National Employment Report serves as an independent indicator of the labor market, relying on anonymized payroll data from over **26 million** private-sector employees across the United States. In conjunction with ADP's Pay Insights—which analyzes more than **15 million** individual pay changes each month—this report provides a nuanced view of employment trends.</p>
        
        <p>Dr. Nela Richardson, chief economist at <strong>ADP</strong>, noted, “Hiring has been choppy of late as employers weather cautious consumers and an uncertain macroeconomic environment. While November's slowdown was broad-based, it was led by a pullback among small businesses.”</p>
    </section>

    <section>
        <h3>Key Highlights of the November Jobs Report</h3>
        <ul>
            <li><strong>Change in U.S. Private Employment:</strong> -32,000</li>
            <li><strong>Jobs by Industry:</strong>
                <ul>
                    <li>Goods-producing: -19,000</li>
                    <li>Service-providing: -13,000</li>
                </ul>
            </li>
            <li><strong>Changes by Sector:</strong>
                <ul>
                    <li>Manufacturing: -18,000</li>
                    <li>Financial activities: -9,000</li>
                    <li>Leisure and hospitality: +13,000</li>
                </ul>
            </li>
            <li><strong>Regional Changes:</strong>
                <ul>
                    <li>Northeast: -100,000</li>
                    <li>Midwest: +45,000</li>
                    <li>West: +67,000</li>
                </ul>
            </li>
            <li><strong>Size of Establishments:</strong>
                <ul>
                    <li>Small establishments (1-19 employees): -46,000</li>
                    <li>Medium establishments (50-249 employees): +51,000</li>
                </ul>
            </li>
        </ul>
    </section>

    <section>
        <h3>Annual Pay Insights</h3>
        <p>In November, wage growth for job-stayers was **4.4%**, a slight decrease from **4.5%** in October. Job-changers experienced a **6.3%** increase in pay, down from **6.7%** the previous month.</p>
        
        <h4>Median Change in Annual Pay by Job Type</h4>
        <ul>
            <li>Job-stayers: 4.4%</li>
            <li>Job-changers: 6.3%</li>
        </ul>

        <h4>By Industry for Job-Stayers</h4>
        <ul>
            <li>Financial activities: 5.2%</li>
            <li>Professional/business services: 4.2%</li>
        </ul>
        
        <h4>By Firm Size for Job-Stayers</h4>
        <ul>
            <li>Small firms (1-19 employees): 2.5%</li>
            <li>Large firms (500+ employees): 4.9%</li>
        </ul>
    </section>

    <section>
        <h3>Future Outlook</h3>
        <p>The December 2025 ADP National Employment Report is scheduled for release on January 7, 2025, at 8:15 a.m. ET, which will offer additional insights into employment trends.</p>
        
        <p>For further details on the ADP National Employment Report and additional resources, visit <a href="https://adpemploymentreport.com/">adpemploymentreport.com</a>.</p>
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        <h3>About ADP</h3>
        <p>ADP, traded under the symbol <strong>ADP</strong> on NASDAQ, has been a leader in HR and payroll solutions for over 75 years, helping businesses worldwide tackle their workforce challenges effectively.</p>
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Private sector lost 32,000 jobs in November, impacting employment metrics.
Year-over-year pay growth slowed to 4.4%, down from 4.5%.
Job losses were particularly noticeable in small businesses and service industries.
Manufacturing, professional, and construction sectors significantly impacted job losses.
Economic uncertainty continues to affect employer hiring strategies.

ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Shed 32,000 Jobs in November; Annual Pay was Up 4.4%

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