U.S. Jobs Report Today [Live] Updates

The US September jobs report showed payrolls rising 119K versus 51K expected, while unemployment edged up to 4.4% and prior months were revised lower by 33K. The combination of stronger hiring, a higher jobless rate, and negative revisions paints a mixed economic picture. For equities and crypto, the near-term read leans cautious as markets price in a potentially tighter Fed stance and a softer risk appetite across major indices including $SPY, $QQQ, and $IWM.

The September U.S. jobs report came in stronger than expected, with nonfarm payrolls rising 119K versus the 51K forecast. The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4% (Est. 4.3%), while average hourly earnings grew 0.2% MoM and 3.8% YoY. Jobless claims for the week of Nov. 15 came in at 220K, below expectations. The mix of stronger hiring and softer wage growth could shake up market expectations ahead of the December Fed meeting.

The U.S. economy added 119K jobs in September, more than double the 53K forecast and well above the previous 22K. However, the unemployment rate edged up to 4.4% from 4.3%, signaling mixed labor conditions. The combination of a strong NFP beat and rising joblessness may trigger sharp market moves as traders reassess expectations for the December Fed meeting, adding fresh volatility across equities, bonds, and crypto.

The US added 119,000 jobs in September, sharply above the 50,000 expected, signaling a stronger labor market than anticipated. However, unemployment rose to 4.4%, slightly higher than the 4.3% forecast. The mixed data adds fresh uncertainty ahead of the Fed’s next rate decision, with markets weighing stronger hiring against a rising jobless rate—setting the stage for potential volatility across equities and crypto.

US equities rebounded Wednesday as traders positioned for today’s delayed September jobs report. Nvidia jumped 2.9% pre-close and 5% after-hours on strong Q4 guidance, boosting risk appetite and lifting Broadcom, while AMD and Micron lagged. Retail was mixed, with Target slipping and Lowe’s gaining. Globally, Sensex hit record highs, Europe’s DAX climbed, and the Hang Seng fell again. Futures near 6,750 show rising momentum, but upside depends on jobs data and shifting Fed expectation

The US labor report is due shortly, with unemployment expected at 4.3% and non-farm payrolls forecast at just 50,000. Jobless claims are projected near 226,500, while year-over-year earnings will also be closely watched. Traders are waiting to see whether the labor market shows strength, weakness, or another round of mixed signals, data that could sway December Fed expectations and spark fresh volatility across crypto and broader markets.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has delayed the October jobs report to December, with the November print now arriving on December 16—after the crucial Fed meeting. With no fresh labor data available before the FOMC, markets quickly slashed December rate-cut odds by 30%. The lack of clarity is fueling volatility across stocks and crypto as traders brace for a policy decision with major data missing.

The September jobs report—postponed by the government shutdown—is finally being released at 8:30 this morning. Economists expect modest hiring gains, but with October data missing entirely due to halted surveys, the Fed faces an information gap ahead of its December rate decision. With policymakers split between holding or cutting rates, today’s report carries extra weight, adding uncertainty and potential volatility across financial and crypto markets.

The long-delayed September jobs report—pushed back by the 43-day government shutdown—is finally set for release, with economists expecting 55,000 new jobs and unemployment at 4.3%. The data carries major weight for the Federal Reserve’s December meeting, where policymakers remain split between holding rates steady or delivering a cut. Markets are bracing for heightened volatility as the report could reset expectations across equities, crypto, and bonds.

The US September jobs report is scheduled for release today at 8:30 AM ET by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, delayed due to a government shutdown.

Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports and known for his bold, high-conviction trades, is back in the crypto spotlight — this time with a $1 million XRP buy. He jumped in during the dip, calling the move “blood in the streets,” signaling confidence while sentiment is shaky. When mainstream, high-visibility investors start buying fear, it often hints at an undercurrent shifting in the market. Portnoy’s entry has the XRP community buzzing about what may come next.

The latest FOMC minutes delivered a clear message: rate cuts are coming, but not anytime soon. Fed officials agree easing will be necessary, yet the pace will stay slow and tied closely to incoming data. While inflation has cooled, the Fed says it isn’t fully resolved, and a further softening in the labor market remains essential before moving faster. With no urgency to ease, the tone stayed measured — far more cautious than markets hoped for. The takeaway: expect cuts, but expect patience.

Core Foundation says it has secured an injunction from the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands against Maple Finance, alleging that Maple used confidential information from their partnership to build a competing product — violating a 24-month exclusivity agreement. Core also questioned Maple’s earlier disclosure of impairments in its Bitcoin Yield product and its inability to return certain BTC to lenders, calling the explanations unclear. Both the allegations and Maple’s response will now be tested in court.

Pi Network has officially achieved full compliance with the EU’s MiCA framework, as confirmed in its updated whitepaper on November 19 — a move that opens the door to listings on regulated EU exchanges. This approval removes a major regulatory hurdle, boosting confidence, liquidity, and potential institutional interest. With its payment-focused token utility now gaining legitimacy, demand is set to rise. Following the announcement, $PI jumped nearly 5%, while trading volume soared over 120%.

Some in the community are questioning why Brad Garlinghouse was tagged in a discussion about a new stablecoin setup that’s backed by another stablecoin — and appears highly centralised. The approach feels unnecessarily complex, especially when the XRPL already solves liquidity fragmentation through its native protocol-level features. With efficient paths, built-in DEX, and seamless asset routing, Ripple’s ecosystem offers a far cleaner and more scalable answer than layered stablecoin structures.

Japan’s 10-year yield jumping above 1.7% — the highest since 2008 — has reversed global money flows. Rising domestic yields mean Japanese institutions no longer benefit from holding U.S. debt, forcing capital back home. This pushes U.S. yields higher, tightening liquidity and pressuring risk assets, with crypto reacting fastest. While the short term brings volatility, rapid yield spikes often lead to policy easing. As liquidity returns, Bitcoin and crypto typically recover before equities.

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he believes he’s identified his pick to lead the Federal Reserve, while claiming he’s being restrained from removing current Chair Jerome Powell. “I think I already know my choice,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “I’d love to get the guy currently in there out right now, but people are holding me back.” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has narrowed the shortlist to Fed Governors Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman, former Governor Kevin Warsh, NEC Director Kevin Hassett, and BlackRock executive Rick Rieder.