Federal shutdown cuts off economic data vital to policymakers and investors
The agency's Bureau of Labor Statistics would suspend operations if the U.S. government shuts down this week, potentially delaying key economic reports.

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2 developments- Sep 29, 2025Labor Dept. to delay economic data if government shuts down, putting Friday's jobs report in doubt
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The federal shutdown will cut off vital economic data, including Friday’s jobs report
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