Fuel took the inflation down. Food prices are higher. The stock market is held up by one thing - the AI bubble. The deficit is increasing. The US added only 181,000 jobs the entire year in 2025. The economy curve is shaped like a K. The upper right side is the top few percent in the country. The declining side of the K is the vast majority.
So less money spent at the pump equals less money out of your pocket. Over all inflation DECREASED by even more than expected. Trump's leadership on the economy is working. The deficit is DECREASING. Also 2025 job growth was anemic because we cut 300,000 federal jobs out because they were unleaded like USAID.
AI Overview
In January 2026, the U.S. labor market showed surprising strength, with
total nonfarm payroll employment rising by 130,000, defying lower expectations, according to the
Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate dipped slightly to
, with job growth driven heavily by healthcare (
), social assistance, and construction, signaling a potential, stronger-than-expected start to the year.
Key January 2026 Job Market Trends
- Top Industries: Health care and social assistance were primary drivers of growth, alongside gains in construction.
- Sector Declines: The federal government and financial activities sectors experienced job losses during the month.
- Job Growth Surpasses Estimates: With 130,000 new jobs, performance was significantly better than initial predictions of 55,000 to 69,000.
- Private Sector Gains: Private sector hiring remained strong, adding 172,000 jobs, with 124,000 from health services.
- Manufacturing: The sector saw a slight gain of 5,000 jobs in January, following a year of significant revisions.
In-Demand Jobs and Skills (2026)
- High Demand Roles: Data Scientist positions are in high demand as companies shift toward AI-driven, predictive, and real-time insights.
- Required Skills: Key skills for 2026 include data interpretation, digital/automation proficiency, problem-solving, and communication.
Regional Job Opportunities (Example: Texas)
- Education/Healthcare: Roles such as Special Education Instructional Aides and classroom teachers are available, for example, within Crowley ISD.
- Administrative: Opportunities for positions like Attendance Clerks are active in Dallas, TX.
January's data suggests the labor market is in a stabilization phase, with potential for further improvement throughout 2026, despite significant downward revisions to 2025 employment data.
