Employment Change

Employment change report calculates the difference between the number of new jobs created and the number of jobs that were lost, on a monthly basis.

It’s often reported as part of broader employment statistics, such as the Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) in the United States.

Since employment is directly tied to consumer spending, the markets keep an eye on it. Positive employment growth usually signals a healthy and expanding economy, which can boost investor confidence and drive up stock prices. Conversely, a decline in employment may lead to concerns about economic slowdown, potentially causing stock prices to fall.