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Job growth is an increase in the number of jobs available in an economy, region, or sector over a given period.

Economists and policymakers track job growth as a key indicator of economic health: The tech sector led job growth last quarter.

Strong job growth typically signals expansion; weak or negative job growth suggests stagnation or recession.

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economic health

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Prolonged economic decline

depression · economic decline · economic contraction · economic downturn · economic collapse

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