Markets Rise On Solid Labor Data And Falling Jobless Rate

The U.S. stock futures moved higher Wednesday after fresh labor data showed the economy added 130,000 jobs in January, beating expectations, according to CNN and Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Dow futures rose 265 points, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures also gained. The Dow and S&P are now within 1 percent of record highs. Economists had expected roughly 75,000 new jobs. The unemployment rate edged down to 4.3 percent.

🇺🇸 Blow-out jobs report shows US payrolls rose in January by the most in more than a year as the unemployment rate also unexpectedly falls

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The stronger payroll report eased concerns sparked by weak retail sales and softer job openings data in recent weeks. Analysts said solid hiring could support broader market gains, though it may also keep the Federal Reserve cautious about cutting rates.

Treasury yields climbed and the U.S. dollar strengthened as investors adjusted expectations for growth and interest rates. For now, Wall Street appears to view the report as a sign of continued economic resilience under President Donald Trump’s administration.

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