International Economic

US private sector adds fewer jobs than expected in January

By Michele Maatouk

Date: Wednesday 04 Feb 2026

(Sharecast News) - Private sector employment in the US rose less than expected in January, according to figures released by ADP on Wednesday.
Employment increased by 22,000 from December, versus expectations for a 45,000 jump. Meanwhile, the December figure was revised to show that 37,000 jobs were added, down from 41,000.

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