Private nonfarm payrolls in January increased by 183,000 jobs, slightly better than figures in December, according to the monthly ADP national report released on Wednesday.

Private sector employment surged by 183,000 in January, exceeding economists' forecasts and signaling a strong labor market.

Employers added 183,000 jobs in January, more than expected, private payroll firm ADP said on Wednesday. The increases were concentrated in trade and transportation, with 56,000 jobs added, and in leisure and hospitality, where a gain of 54,000 positions was recorded. Manufacturing saw a drop of 13,000.

Employment at US companies picked up in January by more than forecast, highlighting resilient job growth despite mounting uncertainty.

Employment at US companies in January climbed by more than forecast, as private payrolls rose by 183,000 last month, according to ADP Research Institute data released Wednesday. Michael McKee breaks down the numbers on Bloomberg Television.