A recent report shows that the unemployment rate in the United States dropped to a record low of 3.5% in the month of September. This marks the lowest rate in 50 years, with a total of 136,000 new jobs being added to the economy. The report also reveals that the average hourly earnings for workers increased by 2.9% compared to last year. Additionally, the number of people participating in the labor force increased by 117,000. This positive trend in the labor market is seen as a sign of a strong and growing economy.