**U.S. Jobs Report Beats Expectations, Bitcoin Dips Slightly**

The U.S. added **177,000 jobs in April**, surpassing estimates of 130,000, while the unemployment rate held steady at **4.2%**. Bitcoin #BTC saw a modest dip to **$96,700** post-report, while U.S. stock futures extended gains, with the **Nasdaq 100** and **S&P 500** each up **0.7%**.

The strong jobs data may delay **Fed rate cuts**, with markets previously pricing in a **60% chance of a June cut** and over **90% odds by July**. The report reinforces expectations of a **higher-for-longer rates** stance.

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