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The U.S. December Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP') report, one of the most closely watched economic indicators, is out today. Analysts expect 153,000 jobs to have been added, a slowdown from November's 227,000. Why does this matter for crypto? Let’s break it down:
What is the NFP' Report?
The NFP report shows how many jobs (excluding the farming sector) were added to the U.S. economy in a given month. It’s a key gauge of economic health and can heavily influence market sentiment.
Why It Matters for Crypto:
1.Stronger-than-expected jobs data: A strong report could prompt the Federal Reserve to continue tightening monetary policy, which is generally negative for risk assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
2.Weaker-than-expected data: A disappointing report could suggest a cooling economy, leading the Fed to ease policies, which might fuel a rally in risk assets, including crypto.
Market Impact:
-Bitcoin (BTC): Hovering around $92K, BTC is poised for volatility. A weaker NFP report could trigger a bullish response, as traders anticipate a pause in rate hikes.
-Ethereum* (ETH*): ETH* at $3,247 may follow BTC's lead, with upside potential if the jobs data misses expectations.
- Altcoins: Generally more volatile, altcoins are likely to amplify Bitcoin's price movements, so pay close attention to the overall market reaction