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The BLS jobs report, also known as the Nonfarm Payrolls report, provides information on the number of jobs added or lost in the nonfarm sector of the economy, which excludes agricultural employment, government jobs, and the military. The report is typically released on the first Friday of every month and provides data on:
- Nonfarm payroll employment: The number of jobs added or lost in the nonfarm sector.
- Unemployment rate: The percentage of the labor force that is unemployed and actively seeking employment.
- Unemployment rate by demographic group: The unemployment rate for different demographic groups, such as age, gender, race, and ethnicity.
- Average hourly earnings: The average hourly earnings for all employees on private nonfarm payrolls.
- Average workweek: The average number of hours worked per week by all employees on private nonfarm payrolls.
The jobs report is an important indicator of the health of the economy and is closely watched by investors, policymakers, and businesses. A strong jobs report is often seen as a positive sign for the economy, as it suggests that the labor market is strong and that economic growth is likely to continue. Conversely, a weak jobs report can be a negative sign, indicating potential economic weakness.
The jobs report is also used to inform monetary policy decisions by the Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States. The Fed uses the report to assess the state of the labor market and to make decisions about interest rates and other monetary policy tools.