Daily Market Updates: 3 unexpected reasons the October jobs report was so strong

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3 unexpected reasons the October jobs report was so strong

Reported · CNBC Economy source summary · North America

October's jobs report blew past economist forecasts. Here are three reasons.

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CNBC Economy3 unexpected reasons the October jobs report was so strong

CNBC Economy3 unexpected reasons the October jobs report was so strong

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