Government shutdown delays October jobs report: when will economic reports be released after shutdown ends?

Core Points - The ongoing government shutdown has delayed the release of key economic data, including the October jobs report, marking the longest shutdown in U.S. history [1][4] - The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has not resumed normal operations due to the shutdown, affecting the timely release of employment data [2][4] - Previous shutdowns have shown that delayed reports can be released shortly after the government reopens, but the October jobs report may not be available until early December if the shutdown continues [10][11] Economic Impact - The October employment report is the latest in a series of delayed economic reports, including the September jobs report and key GDP data from the Commerce Department [4][8] - Layoffs in October reached the highest level for the month in 22 years, attributed to cost-cutting measures and the impact of AI [5] - Goldman Sachs economists predict that if the government reopens in mid-November, the September jobs report could be released shortly after, but the October report would likely be delayed until early December [10][11]