According to Cointelegraph, Bitcoin (BTC) is poised for a potential rally as the Federal Reserve considers rate cuts in response to weak U.S. jobs data. The cryptocurrency recently dipped below $111,000, reflecting declines in the U.S. stock market after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) revised payroll data, cutting 911,000 jobs—the steepest reduction since 2009. This revision included 880,000 jobs from the private sector and 31,000 from the government, pushing unemployment to 4.3%. In August, employers added only 22,000 jobs, falling short of the expected 75,000. Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation remains at 2.9%, heightening recession risks unless the Federal Reserve adopts looser monetary policies.
Bond traders are increasingly betting on a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, with a 92% probability as of Tuesday. CME data suggests two more rate cuts could follow by the end of 2025. Market commentators, such as The Kobeissi Letter, highlight that the Fed may cut rates despite high inflation due to a weak labor market, suggesting that asset owners could benefit. Historical patterns support this view; during the 1990–1991 recession, the Federal Reserve reduced rates from 8.25% to 3% even as core PCE hovered around 4% and unemployment rose to 6.8%. Stocks initially fell over 20% but rebounded more than 30% the following year as cheaper Fed credit spurred growth.
In 2025, gold has surged 40% leading up to the BLS revision, with market observers noting that traders have anticipated weaker job numbers for months. Bitcoin has similarly increased by 20.30% this year under comparable conditions and may follow gold's price rally if historical correlations hold. Technically, Bitcoin appears ready to surpass its record high of $124,500. The cryptocurrency has rebounded from the lower trendline of its rising wedge, indicating bullish momentum with an upside target near the 1.618 Fibonacci extension at $129,000, representing a potential 12% to 15% gain.
Bitcoin continues to trade above its 20-week EMA, around $108,500, reinforcing a bullish outlook and confirming strong support. A decisive close above the $115,000–$116,000 resistance zone could attract buyers, accelerating the rally toward new all-time highs and marking the next phase of Bitcoin's bull cycle. This article does not provide investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading decision involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research before making decisions.
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