US jobs growth much faster than expected

The number of US jobs surged more than expected last month, fuelling expectations that interest rates could rise further.

Employers added 336,000 jobs in September, almost double the 170,000 estimated, according to figures released by the Labor Department.

Data for August was also revised higher to show 227,000 jobs were created instead of 187,000 previously reported.

The unemployment rate in the US remained at 3.8%.

Last month, the US central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged as it debates whether it has done enough to stabilise prices.

The Federal Reserve's rate target at 5.25%-5.5% is the highest level in more than two decades.