ADP jobs report January 2026:
New York, NY (CNBC) — The U.S. labor market saw minimal growth in January, with private companies adding only 22,000 positions, falling short of expectations. ADP’s report indicates a lackluster job market at the start of 2026, raising concerns for Federal Reserve policymakers about the need for further support.
## Soft Job Market Continues
The report revealed a pattern of softening hiring trends over the past three years, with employers hesitant to hire in the current economic climate. Benchmark revisions showed weaker job gains in 2025 than previously reported, highlighting ongoing challenges in the labor market.
## Sector Performance and Wage Growth
While health care-related jobs saw growth, other sectors like professional and business services experienced losses. Wage gains remained steady at 4.5%, with companies of varying sizes showing mixed results in job creation. The delayed release of the Bureau of Labor Statistics report due to the recent government shutdown adds uncertainty to the labor market outlook.
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