U.S. unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February, unemployment rate rose to 4.4%
Bitcoin remained under pressure even as the data likely puts back in play the chances of Fed rate cuts in the first half of 2026.
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U.S. Added 256K Jobs in December, Blowing Past 160K Estimate
Crypto markets have fallen sharply over the past few days as stronger than expected economic data sent interest rates surging and called into question the idea that the Fed will continue easing monetary policy.
AI Tokens Lead Crypto Rebound Amid Strong U.S. Economy
Bitcoin may have bottomed at $60,000 earlier this week, and the Fed easing into a strong economy points to more upside, Will Clement said.
Bitcoin Pumps, Then Dumps Below $54K as Jobs Report Spurs Crypto Volatility
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U.S. Added 206K Jobs in June as Unemployment Rate Rose to Highest Since November 2021
Before this morning’s jobs report, market participants put nearly 70% probability of lower rates in September, according to the CME FedWatch Tool.
U.S. Added 187K Jobs in July, Missing Estimates for 200K, Bitcoin Slips to $29,100
The unemployment rate TKTK to 3.X% versus estimates for 3.6%.
Bitcoin Retakes $30K, Asian Stocks Hit 5-Week Low Ahead of U.S. Jobs Report
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the nonfarm payrolls report for June at 12:30 UTC.
U.S. Adds 236K Jobs in March Versus Forecasts for 239K
Bitcoin rose/fell to $XX,XXX in the minutes following the report.