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Market Demand Trends

AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING INC · 2026-10-01 · Importance 17 · Surprise 24

ADP’s latest report estimated that U.S. private-sector employers added 90,000 jobs in September. Manufacturing and construction contributed significantly to employment growth, indicating continued hiring demand in these end markets. Industry leaders nevertheless reported shortages of skilled tradespeople, with high-paying blue-collar positions remaining unfilled.