Non Farm Payrolls Dates 2026
The next Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report is on .
The latest NFP report, released on October 2, 2026 for September, showed 29K jobs added, below the 89K forecast (previous: 162K).
Non Farm Payrolls (NFP) is one of the most important economic indicators in the forex market. Released monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the NFP report shows the number of jobs added or lost in the U.S. economy, excluding farm workers, government employees, private household staff, and employees of nonprofit organizations.
The NFP release usually occurs on the first Friday of every month, and it often triggers significant volatility in major forex pairs such as EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and XAU/USD (gold). For traders, keeping track of NFP dates is critical for planning strategies, managing risk, and taking advantage of market opportunities.
NFP Calendar
Previous NFP Releases
2026 10 releases
| Release date | Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 02, 2026 (Sep) | 29K | 89K | 162K |
| Sep 04, 2026 (Aug) | 162K | 55K | 21K |
| Aug 07, 2026 (Jul) | -23K | 85K | 20K |
| Jul 02, 2026 (Jun) | 57K | 114K | 129K |
| Jun 05, 2026 (May) | 172K | 85K | 179K |
| May 08, 2026 (Apr) | 115K | 65K | 185K |
| Apr 03, 2026 (Mar) | 178K | 65K | -133K |
| Mar 06, 2026 (Feb) | -92K | 58K | 126K |
| Feb 11, 2026 (Jan) | 130K | 66K | 48K |
| Jan 09, 2026 (Dec) | 50K | 66K | 56K |
About Non-Farm Payroll
Why is the NFP Report Important?
The Non Farm Payrolls report provides insight into the overall health of the U.S. labor market, which directly impacts Federal Reserve policy decisions on interest rates and monetary policy. Strong job growth often strengthens the U.S. dollar, while weaker numbers can weigh on the currency and boost demand for risk assets.
How NFP Affects The Forex Market
The Non Farm Payrolls report is one of the most influential events in the forex market. Each release provides a snapshot of U.S. employment growth and instantly shifts expectations for the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. Because the U.S. dollar is the world’s reserve currency, the NFP has a ripple effect across nearly all major forex pairs.
When the report shows stronger-than-expected job growth, traders often anticipate higher interest rates from the Fed. This typically strengthens the U.S. dollar and puts pressure on pairs like EUR/USD and GBP/USD, while pairs like USD/JPY may rally. Conversely, weaker employment numbers usually weigh on the dollar, boosting demand for riskier assets and commodities such as gold (XAU/USD).
The volatility around the NFP release also creates short-term trading opportunities. Spreads widen, liquidity thins, and price swings can be sharp. Many professional traders prepare strategies in advance ranging from breakout trading to waiting for post-release pullbacks depending on their risk appetite.