U.S. job gains totaled 272,000 in May, more than expected By: CNBC.com News June 07, 2024 at 08:33 AM EDT Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 190,000 in May, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones. Read More >> Related Stocks: 51job, Inc. - American Depositary Shares, each representing two common shares