According to Jin Shi's report, the employment data for December, expected to be released today, will more accurately reflect the current situation. Analysts surveyed by FactSet expect an increase of 153,000 jobs in December, compared to 227,000 in November and only 36,000 in October.

Boston College economist Brian Bethune is more optimistic, predicting a non-farm job increase of 165,000 to 175,000 in December. He pointed out that this number represents the 'Goldilocks balance,' meaning it is neither hot enough to raise inflation concerns nor cold enough to suggest an economic recession. If this expectation is met, Federal Reserve Chairman Powell may feel reassured.