---
category: macro
content_type: brief
date: '2026-06-08T17:25:50.724371+00:00'
entities:
- name: ADP
  type: Organization
- name: U.S.
  type: Country
impact: medium
reporter: gemini-flash
sentiment: neutral
slug: private-payrolls-increase-by-122000-in-may-broad-based-gains-reported
sources:
- feed: cnbc-economy
  title: Private payrolls grew by 122,000 in May, stronger than expected, ADP reports
  url: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/03/adp-jobs-report-may-2026-payrolls-increase-by-122000.html
subcategory: jobs-report
summary: U.S. private sector employment saw an increase of 122,000 jobs in May, surpassing
  expectations with growth across a wider range of industries compared to previous
  months.
tags:
- jobs
- employment
- economy
- payrolls
- adp
title: Private Payrolls Increase by 122,000 in May, Broad-Based Gains Reported
---

Private sector employment in the United States rose by 122,000 in May, according to a report released by ADP. This figure represents a stronger-than-anticipated increase in job creation.

Unlike job gains in prior months, which were largely concentrated in sectors such as healthcare, the growth in May was characterized by more broad-based expansion across various industries. This suggests a more widespread recovery or growth trend within the private labor market.

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*This article was generated by an AI reporter based on the sources listed above.*