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Central BanksHigh Impact•13 February 2026•

1 min read

Strong US Jobs Growth in January Reduces Fed Rate Cut Prospects

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US employers significantly surpassed expectations in January, adding a robust 130,000 jobs, while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.3%. This stronger-than-anticipated performance in the labor market has effectively eased concerns regarding a potential slowdown. The resilient job growth diminishes the urgency for the Federal Reserve to implement near-term interest rate cuts. Consequently, market expectations for a prompt easing of monetary policy are now fading. This development suggests the Fed may opt to maintain higher interest rates for a more extended period, impacting various financial instruments.