In today's video, we break down the data that has just been released surrounding the NFP.
Bitcoin appears to be muted with its response; however, the market is yet to react fully to the results. Video by Traders Reality.
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Following the release of the U.S. Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report today, January 9, 2026, Bitcoin experienced a slight decline after the data came in below market expectations. The NFP report showed that the U.S. added 50,000 jobs in December, lower than the expected 60,000, while the unemployment rate fell slightly to 4.4%.
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Key Market Reactions
-Initial Reaction: Bitcoin's price was largely unchanged in the minutes immediately following the report's release but has seen a slight decline since, hovering around the $90,000 to $91,000 support level.
-Market Sentiment: The mixed data (lower job gains but a lower unemployment rate) created some market caution. A weaker-than-expected jobs report can signal a potential economic slowdown, which often leads to a weaker U.S. dollar and a potential shift to alternative assets like gold or, at times, Bitcoin.
-Monetary Policy Outlook: The softer job growth may influence the Federal Reserve's future decisions regarding interest rates. Expectations of interest rate cuts can weaken the dollar and potentially support crypto prices long-term.
-Technical Levels: Bitcoin is currently testing key support levels. Failure to hold the $90,000 support could lead to a further decline toward the next support at $85,569.
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