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Bitcoin Holds Steady Amid Oil Price Surge and Fed Rate Hike Expectations
Bitcoin has held up despite higher oil prices and growing expectations for a September Fed rate hike, with Friday's jobs report next in focus.
Bitcoin remained resilient as oil prices rose and market participants priced in a higher likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike in September. The cryptocurrency’s stability comes ahead of a key U.S. jobs report due on Friday, which could influence both macroeconomic sentiment and crypto market dynamics.
Oil price increase does not shake Bitcoin
Despite a spike in oil prices, Bitcoin’s price action showed little correlation, maintaining its recent levels.
Fed rate hike expectations rise
Market expectations for a September interest‑rate increase by the Federal Reserve have grown, yet Bitcoin’s performance has not been adversely affected.
Upcoming jobs report
The focus now shifts to Friday’s employment data, which many analysts view as a potential catalyst for further price movement in both traditional and digital asset markets.
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- Publisher
- The Block
- Original date
- September 1, 2026, 11:33 AM
- Original headline
- Bitcoin defies oil price spike and rising Fed hike bets after best August since 2017