U.S. Private Sector Continues to Expand

Firms added 177,000 in June, according to survey by payroll processor ADP

Hiring at private U.S. employers grew less than expected in June, according to a report, as businesses struggled to find qualified workers.

Firms across the country added 177,000 workers last month, according to payroll processor Automatic Data Processing Inc. and forecasting firm Moody’s Analytics.

Economists surveyed by The Wall Street...