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Sep 03, 2025
NFP for August expected at 73K
Markets eye Fed impact
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Global markets are focusing on the release of the U.S. non-farm payroll (NFP) report for August on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 4:30 PM UAE time. Estimates indicate an addition of approximately 73,000 jobs, compared to the previous reading of 74,000 jobs. These modest figures highlight the continued slowdown in the U.S. labor market, which may provide the Federal Reserve with greater latitude to consider lowering interest rates during its upcoming meeting in September. |
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The report is a key indicator of the health of the American economy and directly influences:
- The U.S. dollar: Weaker-than-expected data may pressure the currency and support gold.
- Stock markets: Negative figures may lead investors to be optimistic about easing monetary policy.
- Bond yields: Any further weakness may bolster expectations for interest rate cuts.
However, markets will remain cautious until the report is released, with close monitoring of unemployment and wages as complementary indicators to provide a clearer picture of the economy's strength.
- Source: U.S. Department of Labor.