The Terminal
Economic Calendar
Every global economic release as it prints: central-bank decisions, inflation, growth and jobs, each shown against consensus, the prior, and the actual figure.
Friday, October 9, 2026
U.S.U.S. — Unemployment Rate
Employment
The Unemployment Rate for the USA indicates the proportion of the labor force actively seeking jobs, serving as a crucial metric for policymakers and economists to understand job market health and shape economic policies. It offers valuable insights into the employment situation and economic conditions.
Latest · Sep
4.2%+0.1
cons. 4.1·prior 4.1
History
FRED · UNRATEUnemployment Rate
Previous releases
| Date | Period | Actual | Consensus | Prior | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Sep | 4.2% | 4.1 | 4.1 | +0.1 |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Aug | 4.1% | 4.1 | 4.1 | +0 |
| Aug 7, 2026 | Jul | 4.1% | 4.2 | 4.2 | -0.1 |