U.S. Productivity Increases By 1.9% In Q3, Less Than Expected

Labor productivity in the U.S. rose by less than expected in the third quarter, according to a report released by the Labor Department on Thursday, although the report also showed a bigger than expected decrease in unit labor costs. The report said productivity increased by 1.9 percent in the third quarter compared to the 1.8 percent growth seen in the second quarter.

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