In the US session ADP job data was published. Private sector employment increased by 190,000 jobs from October to November according to the November ADP National Employment Report. “The labor market continues to grow at a solid pace,” said Ahu Yildirmaz, vice president and co-head of the ADP Research Institute. “Notably, manufacturing added the most jobs the industry has seen all year. As the labor market continues to tighten and wages increase it will become increasingly difficult for employers to attract and retain skilled talent.”
Tomorrow, from Australia, Trade Balance data will be released. Decline in surplus to $1.37 billion is forecasted. In the US session Unemployment Claims figures will be published. Analysts predict no change.
Figures to watch:
Unemployment Claims (Thursday 14:30)