In December, the United States economy experienced a notable increase as it added a total of 50,000 new jobs, contributing positively to the overall labor market. At the same time, the unemployment rate saw a decline, decreasing to 4.4%. This combination of job growth and a lower unemployment rate suggests a strengthening economy and indicates that more individuals are finding employment opportunities across various sectors.
source: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/01/09/u-s-added-50-000-jobs-in-december-as-unemployment-rate-fell-to-4-4