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#美国就业数据今晚公布
Yes. In fact, a stronger U.S. economy could have a bearish impact on both BTC and U.S. stocks in the short term. This is one of the most intriguing macroeconomic paradoxes in today’s markets.

The key point here is not necessarily whether the employment data is strong or weak, but rather how this data shifts expectations regarding the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate policy.

Three possible scenarios

Unemployment claims Potential market reaction
Below 194,000 Strong labor market; higher likelihood that interest rates will remain elevated for longer. Downside risk for BTC and stocks.
Around 194,000 Limited surprise; markets may focus on Fed expectations and other economic indicators.
Above 194,000 Unless recession fears take center stage, this could boost expectations for interest rate cuts and support risk assets.

What matters for Bitcoin?

Weak employment data could support BTC if investors anticipate a shift toward a looser monetary policy.

Conversely, strong employment data could strengthen the dollar and push U.S. Treasury yields higher, which in turn could exert pressure on Bitcoin.

That said, the market’s reaction will also depend on inflation expectations, Treasury yields, the strength of the dollar, and how positions are structured leading up to the announcement.

My perspective on the market

I would be particularly cautious about opening leveraged positions just before the announcement. The reason is simple: even if the data initially triggers a move in one direction, the market could reverse once investors re-evaluate the implications for monetary policy.

My preferred approach would be to wait for the data to be released, observe the initial reaction, and then look for confirmation from BTC, the dollar index, and U.S. Treasury yields.

The real question is not whether the U.S. economy is strong.

The real question is whether this economic strength increases or decreases the likelihood of the Fed cutting interest rates.

It is this distinction that could determine the direction of the market this evening.
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Interesting angle 💡
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