Non-farm payrolls (NFP) news

Stay ahead of the curve with our dedicated non-farm payrolls (NFP) page. This crucial economic indicator provides a snapshot of US employment, excluding agricultural workers, and has a significant impact on financial markets. Here, you'll find up-to-the-minute coverage of NFP releases, including expert analysis of the data, its implications for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, and its influence on various asset classes. Explore forecasts, understand market reactions, and gain insights into the broader economic trends revealed by this key report.

Markets Weekly Outlook - Tariffs, NFP and ECB Meeting on the Agenda

Tariffs have been the primary driver of market volatility. US economic data shows signs of a potential stall, with consumer spending down and inflation remaining high. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are struggling, and the Fear and Greed index is in fear territory. Next week's focus includes potential US tariffs, China's Two Sessions meeting, and the ECB's interest rate decision.

28-02-2025 15:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

Can. dollar shrugs after strong Can. jobs report

The Canadian dollar is drifting on Monday. In the European session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.4334, down 0.11% on the day. Canada's employment blows past market estimate Canada posted stronger-than-expected growth on Friday, but the Canadian dollar showed little reaction. The economy created 76 thousand jobs in January, crushing the market estimate of 25 thousand and following a December gain of 90 thousand. This marked the sixth straight monthly increase as the labor market remains strong desp

10-02-2025 06:28 GMT by Kenneth Fisher