Bitcoin traded steadily around $67,000 following a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report, with markets showing a muted response as macro uncertainty continues to dominate sentiment.
The U.S. labor market bounced back in March after February’s ضعف. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nonfarm payrolls increased by 178,000, far exceeding expectations for a 60,000 gain. February’s data was also revised lower, with job losses now estimated at 133,000 compared to the initially reported 92,000 decline.
The unemployment rate dipped to 4.3% from 4.4%, coming in slightly better than forecasts.
Despite the solid data, bitcoin showed little reaction in the immediate aftermath, continuing to trade near the $67,000 mark.
In traditional markets, U.S. equity futures edged lower, with Nasdaq 100 futures down about 0.2%, while the 10-year Treasury yield rose four basis points to 4.36%.
Lately, interest rate expectations have been shaped more by geopolitical developments and movements in oil prices than by domestic economic data. A recent surge in crude had fueled speculation that the Federal Reserve could resume tightening policy.
However, Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled earlier this week that the central bank is unlikely to respond aggressively to short-term energy-driven inflation. While higher oil prices can lift headline inflation, they can also weigh on economic growth, suggesting a more cautious policy stance.
Still, the strength of the March employment report highlights continued resilience in the U.S. economy, potentially reviving the case for rate hikes in 2026 if current momentum persists.
