The United States witnessed a significant boost in its employment sector as Nonfarm Payrolls increased by 256,000 in December, surpassing expectations. This upbeat jobs report has propelled the US Dollar to new heights, influencing various currency pairs and commodities across global markets. Particularly noteworthy is the impact on the GBP/USD pair, which has extended its weekly decline to trade at its weakest level since November 2023, slipping below 1.2250.
The robust performance of the US employment sector has given the US Dollar a substantial lift. With the Nonfarm Payrolls exceeding forecasts, the currency's rally exerted downward pressure on the GBP/USD pair. The decline of this pair underscores the influence of the US Dollar's strength, as investors respond to the positive employment data.
Despite the strong US Dollar, other elements in the market are displaying resilience. On-chain metrics are hinting at a potential rally for SUI, as its long-to-short ratio reaches its highest level in over a month. Additionally, open interest in SUI is on the rise, indicating growing investor interest and activity. Meanwhile, Sui's price has managed to recover most of its weekly losses and currently trades around $5.06.
The EUR/USD pair is also experiencing bearish pressure, trading below 1.0300 as the US Dollar continues its upward trajectory. This trend reflects the broader impact of the US employment report on currency pairs in the market.
In the commodities sector, gold experienced fluctuations following the robust US employment data. Initially dropping toward $2,660, gold managed to regain traction and climbed above $2,680. This recovery highlights gold's ongoing volatility amidst shifts in economic indicators and market sentiment.
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