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U.S. Lost Jobs After Trump Tariffs, According To Data 'Gold Standard'

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Mar 13, 2026 &03321313202631; 19:32 UTC www.investors.com Trending 4/5

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Negative for markets

Sentiment score: -65/100

High impact Immediate effect (hours)

WHAT THIS MEANS

U.S. employment data suggests job losses following Trump tariff implementation, with the 'gold standard' jobs data indicating potential negative labor market impact. This could prompt further downward revisions to official BLS employment figures, signaling economic headwinds ahead.

AI CONFIDENCE

75% High

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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S&P 500

^GSPCIndex

Expected to decline

Job losses and tariff-related economic concerns typically pressure broad equity markets

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Euro / US Dollar

EURUSDCurrency

Expected to rise

Weaker U.S. employment data may reduce Fed rate hike expectations, weakening the dollar

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Gold Futures

GC=FCommodity

Expected to rise

Economic uncertainty and potential recession fears drive safe-haven gold demand

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Oil (WTI Crude)

CL=FCommodity

Expected to decline

Job losses suggest reduced economic activity and lower energy demand

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10-Year Treasury Yield

^TNXBond

Expected to decline

Weaker employment outlook may reduce inflation expectations and lower Treasury yields

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Consider reducing equity exposure and rotating into defensive sectors and safe-haven assets. Monitor upcoming BLS revisions closely as they may confirm broader economic weakness from tariff policies.

KEY SIGNALS

Tariff-induced job losses emergingBLS data revision risk to downsideLabor market deteriorationEconomic slowdown indicatorsPotential Fed policy shift

SECTORS INVOLVED

IndustrialsConsumer DiscretionaryManufacturingTransportation

Analysis generated on Mar 16, 2026 at 13:22 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Investors Business Daily. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

U.S. Lost Jobs After Trump Tariffs, According To Data 'Gold Standard'

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