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7 Top Economists Weigh in on July's Job Growth

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7 Top Economists Weigh in on July's Job Growth

The month of July saw the addition of 215,000 jobs to the American economy. As the unemployment rate stayed a consistent 5.3% from last month, the average hourly earnings rose by 0.2%. These numbers are proof for a recovering economy and possibly higher Federal Reserve interest rates. Bisnow spoke to seven of the country’s top economists to get the scoop on the effect from such job growth.