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U.S. Job Market Slowdown Spurs Speculation on Monetary Policy Shifts

U.S. Job Market Slowdown Spurs Speculation on Monetary Policy Shifts

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2025-04-29 22:43:02
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The U.S. labor market showed signs of cooling in March, with job openings dropping sharply to 7.192 million—falling below economist expectations of 7.490 million. The Bureau of Labor Statistics revised February’s figures downward, reinforcing the softening trend. Layoffs also declined, suggesting employers are holding onto workers despite slowing demand.

Market participants are parsing the data for implications on Federal Reserve policy. The slowdown could bolster the case for rate cuts later this year, a scenario that historically benefits risk assets. Cryptocurrencies often exhibit heightened sensitivity to shifts in liquidity expectations, making this development particularly relevant for digital asset investors.

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