US job gains stable despite concern over economic risks

Getty ImagesJob growth in the US continued last month, although at a weaker rate than expected, as questions rise about the prospects for the economy.Employers added 151,000 jobs and the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.1%, from 4% in January, the Labor Department said. The monthly report from the government is a closely-watched signal of economic health. It was under particular scrutiny this month, amid rising…