The Nonfarm Payrolls Surprise That Could Rattle Bitcoin Before Christmas | US Crypto News
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Grab a coffee as the latest US labor data delivers mixed signals on jobs, wages, and unemployment. Traders are weighing what it all means for risk assets, from equities to Bitcoin, as volatility sets the tone.
Crypto News of the Day: October Jobs Collapse and November Modest Gain Signal Uneven MarketThe US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report for October and November 2025 delivered a shock to markets, as it is one of the crucial economic data points this week. It revealed a cooling labor market that could reverberate through both equities and crypto.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS),October saw a sharp decline of 105,000 jobs, far below the estimated -25,000. This marks a pronounced slowdown in labor market momentum.
Analysts are labeling it an outlier, reflecting disruptions from delayed government data collection and seasonal adjustments.
*US OCT. NONFARM PAYROLLS FALL 105K M/M; EST. -25K
this is all govt and an outlier
November posted a 64,000 gain, slightly above the 50,000 consensus, but with the unemployment rate climbing to 4.6% from 4.4% in October, higher than the expected 4.5%.