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Strong monthly jobs report could send ripple effect throughout economy

By Ethan Illers,

1 days ago

CHICAGO – You don’t always see a monthly jobs report making big headlines, but Friday’s blockbuster announcement of stronger than expected numbers could send a ripple effect throughout the economy.

Experts said everything from interest rates to concerns about a recession could be affected.

Tom Gimbel, vice chairperson of the Board of the American Staffing Association, joined WGN News at 5:30 p.m. Monday to sort it all out.

Watch the full segment in the video player above.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WGN-TV.

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GUESSWHO

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Gaslighting just in time for election season.

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More choreographed BS.

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