In November 2025, the U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.6%, marking a monthly increase and continuing a gradual upward trend for the sixth consecutive month. Data shows the rate has steadily climbed from 4.1% since June 2025, reflecting ongoing structural pressures in the labor market. While overall unemployment remains within a relatively manageable range, the persistent rise has raised concerns among economists about potential slowing economic momentum. By age group, the unemployment rate for individuals aged 16 to 24 remained elevated at 10.6%, significantly higher than the 3.7% rate for those aged 25 and above, underscoring the greater challenges faced by young workers in the job market. This gap suggests a need for further optimization of education and vocational training systems to enhance youth employability and alleviate structural unemployment. Total unemployed persons nationwide reached 7.831 million. Combined with recent nonfarm payroll data and declining business hiring sentiment, the figures indicate no clear signs of labor market contraction, but a flattening growth trajectory. Overall, the gradual rise in unemployment, alongside changes in labor force participation and shrinking job openings, points to the U.S. economy entering a more balanced adjustment phase.