What To Expect From Wednesday's Report On The Job Market?

The job market is likely still in a low-hiring, low-firing limbo, according to economists forecasts.

Key Takeaways

The economy likely added 55,000 jobs in January, up from 50,000 in December, a report is expected to show Wednesday.

The unemployment rate is expected to remain at 4.4%, a relatively low level by historical standards.

Tariffs, the immigration crackdown, and AI have thrown sand in the gears of the U.S. employment machine in recent months.