More questions than answers in the October jobs report

Explore the latest insights from the U.S. employment report in this episode of Research Recap on J.P. Morgan's Making Sense podcast. Phoebe White, Head of U.S. Inflation Market Strategy, teams up with Mike Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist, to dissect the October employment data and its implications for the economy and the Federal Reserve. With a disappointing gain in non-farm jobs and the impact of hurricanes and strikes still uncertain, the duo analyzes the broader signals from the labor market, wage growth, and economic momentum as we head into the fourth quarter. They also delve into the potential effects of the upcoming Fed meeting and election on monetary policy and market volatility. This episode was recorded on November 1, 2024. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates and/or subsidiaries (collectively, J.P. Morgan) normally make a market and trade as principal in securities, other financial products and other asset classes that may be discussed in this communication. This communication has been prepared based upon information from sources believed to be reliable, but J.P. Morgan does not warrant its completeness or accuracy except with respect to any disclosures relative to J.P. Morgan and/or its affiliates and an analyst's involvement with any company (or security, other financial product or other asset class) that may be the subject of this communication. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. J.P. Morgan Research does not provide individually tailored investment advice. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. Periodic updates may be provided on companies, issuers or industries based on specific developments or announcements, market conditions or any other publicly available information. However, J.P. Morgan may be restricted from updating information contained in this communication for regulatory or other reasons. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of J.P. Morgan. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitutes your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of J.P. Morgan. Copyright 2024, JPMorganChase & Co. All rights reserved.