US Shutdown Halts Key Economic Data Amid Market Uncertainty

The U.S. Capitol during a cloudy night, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., September 17, 2025.

The United States government shut down much of its operations on Wednesday after Republicans and Democrats failed to reach a funding deal before the midnight deadline. The closure has halted the release of critical economic data at a time when policymakers and investors are closely watching signs of labour market strength, inflation trends, and consumer demand.

Key agencies, including the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Census Bureau, have confirmed they will suspend the collection and release of data until funding is restored.

While some private-sector reports will continue to be published, several rely on official government inputs and will also face disruption.

The shutdown means a number of closely watched reports scheduled for release in the coming days—including on jobs, trade, and consumer activity—will be delayed, adding further uncertainty to an already fragile economic outlook.