What slowing jobs growth means for the economy

The Labor Department reported today that the economy added 130,000 jobs in August, compared to 150,000 that were expected. KPMG Chief Economist Constance Hunter provides her analysis and talks about the increasing impact of trade uncertainties on the U.S. economy.

To speak with Constance Hunter about what she expects from the economy, contact Matthew Weiss at mweiss@kpmg.com.

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Constance L Hunter

Constance L Hunter

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