Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect the Bureau of Labor Statistics to report Friday that payroll...
Original sourceOctober payrolls expected to grow by only 100,000 due to strikes and hurricanes. Unemployment rate projected unchanged at 4.1%, indicating economic resilience. Average hourly earnings may rise 0.3% MoM, showcasing wage growth against inflation. Goldman Sachs estimates hurricane disruptions may decrease job growth significantly. Overall labor market growth is slowing and highly concentrated in few sectors.
Job growth slowdown and strike impacts contrast with prior strong job markets, potentially pressuring S&P 500 companies reliant on consumer spending.
Immediate job report impacts market reaction but longer-term trends may stabilize once disruptions are resolved.
The labor market directly affects economic health, influencing investor sentiment and S&P 500 pricing.