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BTC consolidates in a narrow range, up 0.02%; NFP data far exceeds expectations, while escalating Middle East conflict weighs on rate-cut expectations

On September 4, 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00 (UTC), BTC traded within a narrow range over four hours, ultimately closing up 0.02%, with a price range of 81,134.8–81,268.4 USDT and an amplitude of 0.16%. Over the past 24 hours, BTC fell from a high of around $82,278 to approximately $78,885, down 2.03%, as the market entered a brief consolidation after the NFP data release but continued to trend lower overall. The main driver of this move was the U.S. August NFP data, which far exceeded expectations
BTC0.02%
BZ-2.03%
USIDX0.60%
GateNews·09-04 16:28
BTC consolidates in a narrow range, up 0.02%; NFP data far exceeds expectations, while escalating Middle East conflict weighs on rate-cut expectations

UK 2-Year Gilt Yields Rise 17.3 Basis Points This Week, Surge on NFP Day

On September 4, UK 2-year gilt yields rose 1.2 basis points to 4.531%, surging to 4.575% following the U.S. nonfarm payroll report released at 8:30 p.m. Beijing time. The 2-year yield climbed 17.3 basis points for the week. UK 10-year gilt yields fell 0.1 basis points to 5.133% in European
GateNews·09-04 16:19
UK 2-Year Gilt Yields Rise 17.3 Basis Points This Week, Surge on NFP Day

ETH’s 4-hour price rose 0.06%, while hawkish Fed expectations weighed on risk Assets, putting prices under downward pressure and causing them to fall back.

From 12:00 to 16:00 on September 4, 2026 (UTC), ETH formed a doji candlestick, rising slightly by 0.06% to close at 2,522.67 USDT. Its price ranged from 2,520.81 to 2,525.40 USDT, with an amplitude of just 0.18%. Trading activity was light, and sentiment was highly cautious. The primary driver of this move was the continued pressure on risk Assets from hawkish expectations surrounding the FED. The market expects the FED to maintain its hawkish stance and delay rate cuts, while a stronger Dollar
ETH0.14%
BTC0.02%
ZEC16.79%
HYPE2.41%
BTBT-2.38%
GateNews·09-04 16:16
ETH’s 4-hour price rose 0.06%, while hawkish Fed expectations weighed on risk Assets, putting prices under downward pressure and causing them to fall back.

Canada Lost 42,000 Jobs in August Amid US Trade Uncertainty

Statistics Canada reported on September 4 (local time) that Canada lost 42,000 jobs in August, defying market expectations of a 15,000-job gain. The decline occurred as trade uncertainty with the United States drove higher layoff rates in export-dependent industries. Statistics Canada stated that in
LucasBennett·09-04 15:45
Canada Lost 42,000 Jobs in August Amid US Trade Uncertainty

Canada's August Employment Drops 42,000 Jobs Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

According to Canada Statistics Bureau, Canada's employment fell by 42,000 in August, contrary to market expectations of a 15,000 gain, with the unemployment rate holding at 6.4%. The decline was driven by job losses in sectors dependent on U.S. export demand, as Canadian exporters face new 50%
GateNews·09-04 15:44
Canada's August Employment Drops 42,000 Jobs Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

BTC plunges 0.43% in 15 min as the escalating US-Iran conflict drives oil prices higher, while rising rate-hike expectations trigger Short-term selling pressure

From 14:30 to 14:45 (UTC) on September 4, 2026, BTC fell from 79,463.1 USDT to 78,828.4 USDT within 15 min, with Return % at -0.43% and Ampl at 0.80%. The price declined rapidly, market attention surged, and volatility expanded significantly compared with normal levels. The primary driver of this move was macro risk-off sentiment triggered by escalating geopolitical conflict. On September 3, Iran launched missile and drone attacks against U.S. Air Force bases in Kuwait and the UAE, with the Iran
BTC0.02%
BZ-2.03%
GLDX-1.66%
PAXG-0.91%
XAU-0.97%
GateNews·09-04 14:58
BTC plunges 0.43% in 15 min as the escalating US-Iran conflict drives oil prices higher, while rising rate-hike expectations trigger Short-term selling pressure

Trump Threatens Trade Halt with Deficit Countries Over Fed Rate Policy

President Trump on August 19 threatened to stop doing business with countries where the US runs a trade deficit if the Federal Reserve refuses to cut interest rates. The statement directly targeted Switzerland and referenced roughly 60 nations Trump claims benefit from lopsided trade
LucasBennett·09-04 14:24
Trump Threatens Trade Halt with Deficit Countries Over Fed Rate Policy

White House Adviser Hassett Hints at Fed Rate Hike Consideration

White House senior adviser Kevin Hassett stated that raising interest rates is under consideration, emphasizing the importance of respecting the Federal Reserve's independence in decision-making processes. The federal funds rate has remained between 3.50% and 3.75% throughout 2026. Market
LucasBennett·09-04 14:24
White House Adviser Hassett Hints at Fed Rate Hike Consideration