U.S. Job Market Shows Surprising Strength in January 2026
The U.S. economy kicked off 2026 with a stronger-than-expected jobs report, surprising economists and investors alike and reshaping expectations for interest rates and economic momentum. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employers added 130,000 jobs in January 2026, far more than the roughly 70,000 that most economists had forecast. The unemployment rate also edged lower, dipping
