https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-are-little-changed-as-traders-await-august-jobs-report-live-updatesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-are-little-changed-as-traders-await-august-jobs-report-live-updateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-are-little-changed-as-traders-await-august-jobs-report-live-updates#u61658Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:15:26 +0000Wall Street stocks fell and Treasury yields rose after the US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, beating the 53,000 estimate. This labor strength increased the probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike, which may occur as early as next week. Gold prices declined as traders reacted to the payroll data. In India, the Sensex dropped 555 points and the Nifty ended at 23,635 as crude oil prices approached $100. Asian benchmarks generally rose following a tech-led rally on Wall Street.Why it mattersThe Bureau of Labor Statistics report marks a recovery from a weak July. Markets are now https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-are-little-changed-as-traders-await-august-jobs-report-live-updateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-are-little-changed-as-traders-await-august-jobs-report-live-updates#u57637Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:46:27 +0000The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, significantly surpassing the consensus estimate of 53,000. The Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows a rebound in hiring following a disappointing July. While the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%, the stronger-than-expected nonfarm payroll data shifted market expectations, pushing Federal Reserve rate hike odds to 59%. Consequently, US stock index futures turned mixed as traders reacted to the labor market strength.Why it mattersLabor market data informs Federal Reserve decisions on interest rates. Strong hiring can signal economic resili