🚨 Fed Jobs Shock : Claims 240K vs 216K — BTC Drops Below $90K 📉
The “volatility trigger” just fired. Jobless claims printed 240,000 vs 216,000 forecast—clearing the 200K line and flipping risk-off.
Quick take:
Data: 240K (Actual) vs 216K (Forecast) ⚠️
Verdict: Claims > 200K = risk-off impulse
Playbook: “Crypto Drops” scenario in motion
Market snapshot:
🔻 Bitcoin: Slipped below $90,000 right after the 8:30 AM ET release
😨 Sentiment: Fear creeping back as the labor market cools faster than expected
👀 Next up: Tomorrow’s December NFP for the real temperature check
Is this 2026’s first “buy the dip” …or the start of a deeper slide? 📉🚀
Not financial advice—manage risk.
