Private employers added 122,000 seasonally adjusted U.S. jobs in December, according to a Wednesday report from payroll company ADP. Dow Jones economists expected 136,000.

Costco Wholesale Corporation COST concluded 2024 on a high note, delivering exceptional sales growth in December. The robust same-store sales growth with notable gains across key regions reflects Costco’s strategic focus on value and quality,

Key Takeaways Costco's net sales during the five-week December period improved 10% year-over-year.Holiday period sales beat analysts' expectations amid improving consumer spending environment, JPMorgan said.