US Adds 50K Jobs in December, Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.4%
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Job Data Release: The U.S. added 50,000 jobs in December, falling short of the 70,000 forecast, while the unemployment rate dropped from 4.6% to 4.4%, indicating labor market fragility that may influence future economic policies.
- Wage Growth Insights: Average hourly earnings rose by 3.8% in December, and despite hiring slowdowns, the acceleration in wage growth could prompt the Fed to consider interest rate cuts to stimulate economic recovery.
- Market Reaction: Despite the job data release, major cryptocurrencies showed little movement, with Bitcoin hovering around $90,955, indicating a reduced sensitivity of the market to macroeconomic data.
- Future Outlook: Investors are closely watching the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on Trump-era tariffs, as a decision to eliminate tariffs could positively impact the crypto market by lowering inflation expectations.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
