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U.S. Job Growth Shows Largest Increase in Over a Year

Published on February 13, 2026

Based on a February 11 release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Wall Street Journal reports the strongest job growth since December 2024 with 130,000 jobs added in January 2026. This report likely complicates the Federal Reserve’s forthcoming rate cut decision around March 17. January inflation data is scheduled for release on February 13.

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