Automatic Data Processing Inc. reported that U.S. private-sector employment rose by 90,000 in September, above analysts' expectations of 70,000, after an increase of 36,000 in August. Hiring was strong in the education and health services sector, which added 55,000 jobs, while the leisure and hospitality sector created 22,000 jobs. Midsized companies with 250 to 499 employees were the group with the most hiring.
Automatic Data Processing IncADP's own private-sector hiring report showed 90,000 jobs added in September, above expectations, reflecting strong demand for its payroll/employment services.
