Latest weeks data suggest improved U.S. labor market.

Sentiment on economy hits highest level in almost a year; hiring plans improve.

Only 27% of companies plan to add workers in the first half.

Reading of 352,000 is lowest in almost four years.

Reading of 352,000 is lowest in almost four years.

Latest reading suggests holiday hiring gave December jobs data a boost.

Latest reading suggests holiday hiring gave December jobs data a boost.

Labor market makes modest progress, with payrolls up 120,000 in November.