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How the Unexpected US Employment Surge Affected Markets

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


In December, the US labor market surprised everyone with a significant employment surge that far exceeded analysts' expectations. While this gave the economy an added boost, the financial markets' reaction was not as positive.

December Employment: A Surprise Surge

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, nonfarm payrolls rose by 256,000, outpacing the forecast of 155,000. November's figure was also revised upwards to 212,000. The unemployment rate decreased to 4.1%.

Wage Growth Slows and Market Reaction

Average hourly earnings increased by 0.3% in December, aligning with expectations. On an annual basis, wages grew by 3.9%, slightly missing forecasts. These numbers suggest that wage pressure as a source of inflation is easing. However, markets reacted nervously, with stock futures falling and Treasury yields spiking.

The labor market situation rewrites the rulebook, prompting a reevaluation of future monetary policy expectations.

Inflation Expectations and Bond Market

Consumer inflation expectations have now reached levels not seen since the 1980s. The financial markets responded vigorously: bond yields rose, and the US Dollar Index climbed to a 26-month high. This casts doubt on the feasibility of the Fed's planned interest rate cuts in the coming years.

The unexpected rise in US employment raises doubts about the sustainability of the Fed's rate cut plans. Markets, fearing inflation and financial instability, are reacting tensely, complicating future forecasts.

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