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WASHINGTON (AP) -- A burst of U.S. hiring in November - the most in nearly three years - added 321,000 jobs and provided the latest evidence that the United States is outperforming other economies throughout the developed world.

WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. companies ramped up hiring in September, and more Americans were confident enough to quit their jobs - two signs of a steadily improving economy. The number of available jobs declined but remained at a healthy level.

When it comes to hiring and spending, optimism among chief executives at some of the nation's largest companies is down.

The economy regained its balance in May, as employers have now recovered the same number of jobs that were lost in the Great Recession, but job creation for men continues its slow pace.

Economists are focused on the pace of hiring this week, with a pair of pivotal jobs reports.

A new survey finds that businesses are optimistic about economic growth this year. But will that translate into hiring?

If you're hoping to take advantage of holiday hiring this year, it'd be smart to start the job hunt now.

The Conference Board's latest consumer confidence index has dropped slightly, from 81.8 to 79.7, because many people are feeling less optimistic about pay hikes and wage increases over the next 6 months.

Target plans to hire about 70,000 seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season, down about 20 percent from a year ago. The discounter is aiming to be more efficient in its hiring practices.

The Democrat running against Gov. Chris Christie and the leader of the State Senate are joining with a band of labor leaders and activists to urge New Jersey voters to support a November ballot question, which asks if you'd like to amend the constitution to increase the state's minimum wage from $7.25 an hour to $8.25.