The US economy added 139,000 jobs in May, slightly more than expected

(CNN) — The long-resilient labor market slowed down a little in May, adding 139,000 jobs, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Friday.

Last month’s job gains, which came in slightly more than expected, marked a retreat from April , which was downwardly revised to 147,000.

CNN’s Matt Egan contributed to this report.