California posts minor job gains in July as unemployment rate worsens
Briefly

California's employers added 15,000 jobs in July, yet the unemployment rate increased to 5.5%, the highest since December. This year's job market shows instability, with California losing 9,500 jobs in June, which was revised downward by the Employment Development Department. The state has experienced job losses in four of the seven months so far in 2025, raising concerns over employment trends and economic stability in the region.
In July, California added 15,000 jobs despite a rise in the unemployment rate to 5.5%, marking the highest rate since December.
The jobless rate increased from 5.4% in June to 5.5% in July, indicating a worsening job market despite job additions.
California lost 9,500 jobs in June, which was later revised downward by the Employment Development Department.
Out of the seven months in 2025, California has lost jobs in four months, highlighting a concerning trend in unemployment.
Read at The Mercury News
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