Actual Figures: Non-farm payrolls for December increased by 50,000, falling below the expected range of 60,000-66,000. Unemployment Rate: Contrary to expectations of (4.5%), it decreased and was recorded at 4.4%. Crypto Reaction: Bitcoin (BTC) did not experience significant volatility following the data and remained just above the $90,000 level. Some altcoins like Solana (SOL) saw an increase of about 2.8% during the process. Why is NFP Important for Crypto? Fed Rate Decisions: Weak employment data could strengthen the Federal Reserve's (Fed) possibility of cutting interest rates. Low interest rates are generally positive for risky assets like crypto. Dollar Index (DXY): Employment remaining below expectations could weaken the US dollar; this situation is often a decision point for Bitcoin price and global liquidity. 📌 Stay informed 📌 Stay disciplined 📌 Respect volatility 🚀 In 2026, macro awareness is no longer optional — it’s a trading edge.
This page may contain third-party content, which is provided for information purposes only (not representations/warranties) and should not be considered as an endorsement of its views by Gate, nor as financial or professional advice. See Disclaimer for details.
#NonfarmPayrollsComing #NonfarmPayrollsComing
Actual Figures: Non-farm payrolls for December increased by 50,000, falling below the expected range of 60,000-66,000.
Unemployment Rate: Contrary to expectations of (4.5%), it decreased and was recorded at 4.4%.
Crypto Reaction: Bitcoin (BTC) did not experience significant volatility following the data and remained just above the $90,000 level. Some altcoins like Solana (SOL) saw an increase of about 2.8% during the process.
Why is NFP Important for Crypto?
Fed Rate Decisions: Weak employment data could strengthen the Federal Reserve's (Fed) possibility of cutting interest rates. Low interest rates are generally positive for risky assets like crypto.
Dollar Index (DXY): Employment remaining below expectations could weaken the US dollar; this situation is often a decision point for Bitcoin price and global liquidity.
📌 Stay informed
📌 Stay disciplined
📌 Respect volatility
🚀 In 2026, macro awareness is no longer optional — it’s a trading edge.