Businesses Add 166,000 Jobs in September

Rosedale, NJ, Oct. 2, 2013 — Private businesses added 166,000 jobs in September, according to payrolls processor ADP’s National Employment Report.

Economists had forecast report would show a gain of 180,000 jobs. August’s number was revised to 159,000 from the previously reported 176,000.

Small businesses added 74,000 jobs, more than either medium or large businesses.