U.S. January 2026 jobs report delayed due to government shutdown, affecting key labor data release.

The U.S. January 2026 jobs report has been delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, preventing the Bureau of Labor Statistics from releasing key labor market data. The delay, caused by funding disputes and staffing shortages, affects reports on job growth, unemployment, and wage trends. The shutdown, triggered by a standoff over DHS funding and ICE reforms, has disrupted normal operations, with no new release date set. This marks the second delay this month, compounding uncertainty for markets and policymakers amid a slowdown in hiring and weak job creation compared to previous years.