Economics

The Simple Reason the January Jobs Report Could Be a Disappointment

Beware the seasonals!

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Prepare to be underwhelmed by January payrolls, which are often overestimated at this time of year. In addition, larger-than-usual seasonal layoffs could help drag the number significantly below consensus, and potentially under 200k.

What to expect: