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Employment Data - In August, the U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by only 22,000, significantly below the expected 75,000 and the previous value of 79,000[3] - The unemployment rate rose slightly to 4.3%, matching expectations but up from 4.2%[3] - The Labor Department revised the non-farm employment data for June and July, resulting in a total downward adjustment of 21,000 jobs[3] Sector Performance - The goods-producing sector saw a job loss of 25,000, continuing a downward trend, while the service sector added 63,000 jobs, down from 85,000 in the previous month[4] - Notably, the manufacturing sector lost 12,000 jobs, and government employment decreased by 16,000[11] Market Implications - Following the employment data release, the market anticipates a 25 basis points rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September and October, with some speculation about a potential 50 basis points cut in September[3] - The short-term U.S. Treasury yields have declined rapidly, while long-term yields have remained relatively stable[5] Economic Outlook - The labor market is showing signs of weakness, but the unemployment rate has not increased significantly, suggesting that the Federal Reserve may not act too quickly on rate cuts[4] - The market is closely monitoring the upcoming CPI data on September 11, which will provide further insights into inflation trends[5] Risks - There are risks associated with the U.S. economy potentially declining more than expected, as well as uncertainties surrounding monetary and fiscal policies[51]

Group 1 - The market's expectation for a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September remains unchanged despite potentially strong employment data, primarily due to underlying weakness signals in the labor market and the Fed's recent dovish stance [1][5] - The forecast for August indicates an increase of 90,000 non-farm jobs, surpassing July's 73,000 and the market's expectation of 75,000, supported by stable initial jobless claims and a decline in continuing claims [3] - The focus will be on the revision of July's data, as previous months' non-farm data have been adjusted downwards, raising the possibility of a significant downward revision for July, which could indicate a more persistent weakness in the labor market [3] Group 2 - Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole global central bank conference has set the tone for a potential policy shift, with a strong data requirement to prevent a rate cut in September, despite the official forecast suggesting rates will remain unchanged [5] - The unemployment rate will be a critical variable in assessing the rate cut threshold; a drop to 4.1% would lower the job growth requirement, while a rise to 4.3% would necessitate stronger job data to alleviate rate cut expectations [5] - The August employment market is expected to show mixed results, with public sector jobs anticipated to slightly recover after a loss of 10,000 in July, and improvements expected in the tourism and hospitality sectors [5][7] Group 3 - Certain sectors are still showing signs of weakness, particularly in professional and business services, which may continue to experience hiring challenges due to the accelerated application of AI technology and reduced labor market fluidity [7] - Manufacturing employment is expected to remain sluggish due to labor supply shocks and tariff uncertainties [7] - Wage growth is projected to remain stable, with an expected month-over-month increase of 0.3% in average hourly earnings and average weekly hours stable at 34.3 hours, indicating no overheating in the labor market [7]

Group 1: Core Strategy of the UK Modern Industrial Strategy - The UK Modern Industrial Strategy is a ten-year plan aimed at overcoming growth barriers and making the UK a preferred destination for global investment and development [1] - The strategy focuses on making investment quicker and easier, supporting eight high-potential industries, and enhancing economic security and resilience [1][3] - By 2035, the goal is for the UK to become the most trusted advisor in global industries and maintain its position as the second-largest exporter of professional and business services [1][3] Group 2: Innovation and Technology Adoption - Innovation, particularly through artificial intelligence and digital advancements, is central to the strategy, with the professional and business services sector projected to contribute £300 billion to the UK economy by 2024 [3] - The government has committed over £150 million to support technology adoption and innovation in the professional and business services sector [5][6] - New initiatives include the establishment of AI skills centers and the launch of transformative projects to address innovation barriers [6][10] Group 3: Support for SMEs and Export Financing - The strategy includes a "smart manufacturing" digital adoption project aimed at expanding innovation in professional and business services across five high-potential cities [6] - The UK Export Finance early project service guarantees will support professional and business services firms in securing international contracts [11] - The establishment of a trade digitization working group aims to accelerate the digitalization of trade documents and processes [9] Group 4: Global Market Opportunities - The UK possesses world-leading capabilities in legal, accounting, tax, and consulting services, providing a strong foundation for Chinese enterprises seeking international expansion [12] - The UK is highlighted as a key player in infrastructure and real estate investment, particularly in logistics, R&D, and technology parks [14] - The UK will showcase its professional and business service capabilities at the CIFIT, emphasizing collaboration with Chinese enterprises [15]

Employment Data - In July, the U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 73,000, significantly below the expected 106,000 and the previous value of 14,000[3] - The unemployment rate slightly rose to 4.2%, with the previous value at 4.1% and the forecast at 4.3%[3] - The Labor Department revised the non-farm employment data for May and June, with May's initial value of 139,000 adjusted down to 19,000 and June's from 147,000 to 14,000, totaling a downward revision of 253,000[3] Labor Market Trends - The average monthly job growth over the past three months is now only 35,000, a sharp decline from the first quarter's average of 111,000, indicating a potential overestimation of previous employment strength[3] - The labor force participation rate decreased to 62.2%, contributing to the stability of the unemployment rate despite job losses[10] - The number of foreign-born workers decreased by 1.241 million from January to July, while the domestic-born workforce increased by 3.073 million, affecting overall labor supply[12] Market Reactions and Federal Reserve Implications - Following the employment data release, U.S. stock markets fell, bond yields declined, and the dollar weakened, reflecting heightened market risk aversion[5] - The disappointing employment figures have led to increased market expectations for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by 25 basis points in September and October[5] - Key factors for the Fed's decision will include inflation data for July and August and the potential impact of political pressures from the Trump administration[15]

Employment Data Summary - In July 2025, the U.S. added 73,000 non-farm jobs, significantly below the expected 110,000[6] - The unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, up from 4.1% in June 2025[6] - The labor force participation rate decreased to 62.2%, down from 62.3%[6] Employment Sector Analysis - The service sector contributed the most to job growth, adding 96,000 jobs, primarily in education and healthcare[6] - The leisure and hospitality sector saw a minimal increase of 5,000 jobs, while professional and business services experienced a decline of 14,000 jobs[8] - Goods-producing industries continued to struggle, with a loss of 13,000 jobs, marking three consecutive months of decline[8] Data Revisions and Trends - Job data for May and June were significantly revised downwards, with May's figures adjusted from 144,000 to 19,000 and June's from 147,000 to 14,000, totaling a downward revision of 258,000 jobs[6] - The three-month moving average for new jobs has fallen to 35,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020[6] Market Implications - Following the disappointing employment data, the market reacted negatively, but this is viewed as a short-term trend[6] - The probability of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September 2025 is now approximately 80%[6] - By the end of 2025, the market is pricing in a total rate cut of about 60 basis points[6] Risks and Considerations - There are risks of persistent discrepancies in employment data expectations[3] - The potential for the U.S. economy to enter a recession remains a concern[3] - There is also a risk of inflation rising above expectations[3]

Core Insights - The U.S. private sector job market showed unexpected growth in July, with ADP reporting an increase of 104,000 jobs, the largest since March, surpassing the market expectation of 75,000 jobs [1][4] - Despite the positive job growth, there is a notable cooling in the overall labor market, as the proportion of consumers finding it "hard to get a job" has reached a near four-and-a-half-year high, coinciding with a rising trend in initial unemployment claims [1][4] Employment Sector Analysis - The most significant feature of the July job market is sectoral differentiation, with leisure and hospitality, as well as financial activities, being the main hiring sectors, while education and health services have seen layoffs for the fourth consecutive month [4] - The construction sector added 15,000 jobs, showing an acceleration from June's 9,000 jobs; manufacturing saw a notable slowdown, adding only 7,000 jobs in July compared to 15,000 in June; trade, transportation, and utilities added 18,000 jobs, up from 14,000 in June; financial services rebounded strongly with 28,000 new jobs, reversing a loss of 14,000 in June [4] - Professional and business services improved slightly from a decline of 56,000 jobs in June, adding only 9,000 jobs in July, indicating that future trends need to be monitored [4] Economic Outlook - ADP's Chief Economist Nela Richardson noted that current hiring and wage data reflect a healthy economic state, with employers gaining confidence in consumer demand; however, private sector hiring remains significantly below last year's average levels, and companies are becoming increasingly cautious in staffing decisions amid heightened policy uncertainty [4] - Initial unemployment claims remain low, but the extended reemployment cycle for unemployed workers indicates a decline in labor market fluidity [4] - The market anticipates that the upcoming U.S. Labor Department's non-farm payroll report will show an increase of 110,000 jobs, with the unemployment rate potentially rising from 4.1% in June to 4.2% in July [5] - Salary growth remains stable, with a 4.4% year-over-year increase for retained employees and a 7% increase for job switchers; the service sector recovery is a primary driver of job growth, although education and health sectors have experienced a net loss of jobs this year [5]

Core Insights - The U.S. labor market is showing warning signs, with a decline in private sector employment for the first time in over two years, raising concerns about economic health and increasing bets on potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][2] Employment Data - In June, U.S. private sector employment fell by 33,000 jobs, significantly below market expectations of a 100,000 increase, marking the first decline since March 2023 [1] - Job losses were primarily concentrated in the services sector, with a total reduction of 66,000 jobs, including 56,000 in professional and business services and 52,000 in education and healthcare services [1][2] - The goods-producing sector added 32,000 jobs, driven mainly by manufacturing [1] Wage Growth - Despite hiring freezes, wage growth remains stable, with wages for stayers increasing by 4.4% year-over-year and those changing jobs seeing an average increase of 6.8% [2] - The ADP Chief Economist noted that layoffs are still rare, but hiring hesitance and reluctance to replace departing employees are contributing to the job reduction [2] Economic Outlook - The decline in employment numbers suggests a weak labor market, with fewer job openings compared to a year ago, making it unlikely for companies to recruit more staff before economic acceleration occurs [2][3] - The JOLTS report indicated a decrease in job openings, with May figures showing 5.503 million job openings, down by 112,000 [3] Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Decisions - Recent data indicates a decline in employment growth as companies navigate trade policy uncertainties, but large-scale layoffs have not yet occurred [2][3] - The likelihood of a rate cut in July increased from 20% to 25% following the ADP data release, with investors anticipating a 25 basis point cut in December [5] - The upcoming non-farm payroll report is critical, with Wall Street predicting a drop in job creation to 110,000 in June, which would be the lowest level for the year since 2010 [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - The ADP report indicates a surprising decline in private sector employment in June, marking the first negative growth since March 2023, raising concerns about a slowdown in the labor market [3][4]. Employment Data Summary - In June, U.S. private sector jobs decreased by 33,000, with the previous month's increase revised down to only 29,000 [3]. - The service sector saw a significant job loss of 66,000, particularly in professional and business services, as well as healthcare and education [6][7]. - Manufacturing, construction, and mining sectors experienced job gains, with a total increase of 32,000 in production jobs, partially offsetting the overall decline [8]. Economic Sentiment and Future Outlook - Employers are becoming increasingly cautious due to the impact of trade policies and are focusing on aligning workforce numbers with the slowing economic activity [6]. - The average job growth over the past three months has slowed to 18,700, the lowest since the early pandemic [10]. - The proportion of consumers who believe job opportunities are plentiful has dropped to a four-year low, indicating a potential shift in economic sentiment [10]. Wage Growth and Employment Trends - Wage growth has also slowed, with salaries for job switchers increasing by 6.8% year-over-year, while those remaining in their positions saw a 4.4% increase [10]. - The upcoming government non-farm payroll report is expected to show an increase of 110,000 jobs, with the unemployment rate projected to rise slightly from 4.2% to 4.3% [11].

Core Viewpoint - The recent ADP employment report indicates a surprising decline in U.S. private sector jobs, marking the first negative growth since March 2023, raising concerns about a slowdown in the labor market [1][3]. Group 1: Employment Data - In June, U.S. private sector employment decreased by 33,000 jobs, the first decline in over two years, with the previous month's increase revised down to only 29,000 [3][4]. - The service sector saw a significant job loss of 66,000 positions, particularly in professional and business services, as well as healthcare and education [6][9]. - Manufacturing, construction, and mining sectors experienced job growth, adding a total of 32,000 positions, which partially offset the overall decline [9]. Group 2: Economic Implications - Employers are increasingly cautious due to the impact of trade policies and are focused on aligning workforce numbers with the slowing economic activity [6]. - The average employment growth over the past three months has slowed to 18,700 jobs in May, the lowest level since the onset of the pandemic [9]. - The proportion of consumers who believe job opportunities are plentiful has dropped to the lowest level in over four years [9]. Group 3: Wage Growth and Future Expectations - Wage growth is showing signs of slowing, with salaries for job switchers increasing by 6.8% year-over-year, while those remaining in their positions saw a 4.4% increase [9]. - The upcoming government non-farm payroll report is expected to show an increase of 110,000 jobs, with the unemployment rate projected to rise slightly from 4.2% to 4.3% [11].