Mixed Macro Signals Keep Traders Cautious

[bonk]

Labor data showed shrinking private payrolls and slight wage declines. Fed policymakers remain split ahead of the December 10 decision. AI-related investment uncertainty and consumer pressure from companies like Macy’s add more noise. Traders stay defensive until policy direction is clear.

[Abdul Khan]

Conflicting macro data always slows momentum in crypto.

[Nahid Hossen]

Caution is justified—nothing is aligning cleanly right now.