Why unemployment — and stocks — could keep rising in 2026
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AI-Powered 70% GROQ-LLAMA-3.1-8B-INSTANTThe unemployment rate has risen to 4.6% in November, and experts anticipate it may continue to increase in 2026, potentially impacting the stock market.
Market impact analysis based on bearish sentiment with 70% confidence.
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The latest jobs data revealed that the unemployment rate rose to 4.6% in November. Piper Sandler chief investment strategist, Michael Kantrowitz, joins Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman to explain why he anticipates unemployment to continue ticking higher alongside stocks (^DJI, ^GSPC, ^IXIC) in 2026. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.
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The unemployment rate has risen to 4.6% in November, and experts anticipate it may continue to increase in 2026, potentially impacting the stock market.
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Market impact analysis based on bearish sentiment with 70% confidence.
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