U.S. employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

U.S. employers added 178,000 jobs last month, according to Labor Department data released Friday, significantly exceeding economist expectations of roughly 60,000 positions. The gain marks a sharp rebound from February's loss of 133,000 jobs, suggesting the labor market may be stabilizing after recent weakness. The stronger-than-anticipated hiring undercuts concerns about deteriorating employment conditions and provides a potential boost to consumer spending and economic growth. The data comes as the Trump administration faces pressure to sustain economic momentum amid broader inflation and interest-rate concerns. The monthly jobs report is one of the most closely watched economic indicators and often influences Federal Reserve decisions on monetary policy.