US stock futures rise after strong April jobs report

US stock futures extended gains on Friday after the economy added 115,000 jobs in April. The stronger labor data eased concerns about a potential slowdown.

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United States stock futures rose morning May 8 after April non-farm payrolls added 115,000 jobs, beating 62,000 estimates. The Labor Department report showed the unemployment rate held at 4.3%, matching economist expectations. Resilient labor data eases investor fears of a domestic economic slowdown as the second quarter begins.

Jobs Data Triggers Futures Rally

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