đşđ¸ U.S. Hiring Slows Sharply in 2025
Revised labor data shows the U.S. added just 181,000 jobs in 2025, marking the weakest year for hiring outside of a recession since 2003.
While the economy avoided an official recession, the slowdown highlights cooling labor demand and tighter conditions across multiple sectors. Downward revisions to prior estimates suggest the labor market was softer than initially reported.
For markets, employment trends matter. Slower hiring can influence: ⢠Consumer spending
⢠Corporate earnings expectations
⢠Federal Reserve policy outlook
The key question now is whether this signals a temporary pause in growth or the early stage of a broader economic shift.
How do you interpret this data: soft landing or delayed pressure?