U.S. job growth slowed down in October, coming in well short of economists' expectations, while the unemployment rate was little changed.&nbsp;

The Labor Department on Friday reported that employers added 12,000 jobs in October, well below the 113,000 gain that was predicted by LSEG economists.

The unemployment rate was 4.1%, in line with expectations.

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The Labor Department released the closely watched October jobs report on Friday which showed that hiring slowed down as the economy added 12,000 jobs, below economists' expectations.{ai:summary}U.S. job growth in October was significantly lower than expected, with only 12,000 jobs added compared to the predicted 113,000. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%. This report indicates a slowdown in the labor market. #economy

US economy added 12,000 jobs in October, well below economists' expectations

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