Here's where the jobs are for December 2024 – in one chart
1. December's job report shows strong growth across various sectors. 2. Health care and social assistance added 69,500 jobs, the most significant gain. 3. Retail trade rebounded, adding 43,400 jobs, signaling improved consumer sentiment. 4. Manufacturing declined by 13,000 jobs, contrasting retail recovery trends. 5. Overall, job growth indicates a potential economic recovery gaining traction.