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February 2026 ADP Employment Insights

On March 17, 2026, the ADP National Employment Report delivered its preliminary findings for the four weeks concluding on February 28, 2026. The report, known as the NER Pulse, highlights a noteworthy trend in U.S. job creation, indicating that private employers have been adding jobs at a rate of 9,000 per week on average. This figure represents a decrease from more robust job growth seen in the earlier weeks of the month.

According to the detailed figures released, the trajectory of employment has shown fluctuations throughout February. For instance, in the week ending February 21, the average weekly job additions soared to 14,750, while the elevation reached 15,500 for the week ending February 14. Earlier weeks also demonstrated strong growth, with figures recorded at 12,000 for the week ending February 7, and 11,500 for the week ending January 31. However, a downward trend has emerged as hiring tapered off towards the end of the month.

This notable decline in job creation raises questions about the resilience of the labor market, considering it followed several weeks of steady growth. The seven-day moving average indicates a more comprehensive viewpoint of job trends, factoring in a two-week delay to enable the assimilation of data, thus ensuring a more accurate reflection of the ongoing employment landscape.

The NER Pulse, which is provided by ADP Research in collaboration with the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, aims to present a week-over-week change estimate based on carefully analyzed high-frequency data. Every Tuesday, the report is publicly accessible at 8:15 AM ET unless it coincides with the release of the monthly ADP National Employment Report, which utilizes a reference week that includes the 12th of each month.

ADP, being a prominent player in HR and payroll solutions, has uninterruptedly impacted business sectors for over 75 years. The ADP Research team is committed to enhancing workplace productivity by leveraging data-driven methodologies, fulfilling the needs of various stakeholders from small enterprises to large organizations.

In light of this evolving labor market scenario, businesses and policymakers can use the insights garnered from the ADP report to make informed decisions that would ultimately affect workplace environments across the United States. ADP continues to define the future of work, promoting innovation and tailored solutions, with a steadfast focus on enhancing the success of individuals and firms alike.

The next update of the NER Pulse is scheduled for March 24, 2026, offering a glimpse into how the employment landscape will shape up in the upcoming weeks. As the economy continues to fluctuate with varied industry demands and labor market dynamics, timely reports such as these are vital in understanding employment trends and guiding strategic planning across sectors.