There aren’t any major expiries to take note of on the day, with the full list seen below.As such, that will keep market players focused on the main event later today. That being the US labour market report. It’s the first one for the new year and one that will be watched carefully as this is supposed to be a report that is more “normal” after the November one was hampered by the longest US government shutdown in history.From earlier: It’s the first NFP day for the year 2026But as mentioned, it’s not the only game in town though. The US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs could also be on the cards, so there’s that. The court is expected to issue rulings on Friday but, as is customary, has not said what case or cases will be acted upon. However, Trump’s tariffs will be one thing to watch in case it does come up.For more information on how to use this data, you may refer to this post here.Head on over to investingLive (formerly ForexLive) to get in on the know!
This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.
💡 DMK Insight
The upcoming US labor market report is a big deal for traders, and here’s why: it sets the tone for economic sentiment and potential Fed policy shifts. With no major expiries today, all eyes are on this report. A strong jobs number could fuel expectations for tighter monetary policy, impacting everything from equities to forex pairs like USD/JPY. Conversely, a weaker report might lead to a risk-off sentiment, pushing traders to safe havens like gold or the US dollar. Watch for key levels in the S&P 500 and major currency pairs as they react to the data. If the report surprises, we could see volatility spike, so be prepared for quick moves in your positions. Keep an eye on the 50-day moving average for potential support or resistance levels in the indices as well.
📮 Takeaway
Watch the US labor market report closely today; a strong number could push USD higher and impact risk assets significantly.






