U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, nearly triple expectations, signaling a stronger-than-expected labor market. The upside surprise increases near-term downside risk to Fed easing hopes and could lift Treasury yields and pressure rate-sensitive assets. Monitor wage growth, unemployment rate and Fed commentary for positioning and duration exposure.
U.S. payrolls rose by 178,000 in March, nearly triple expectations, signaling a stronger-than-expected labor market. The upside surprise increases near-term downside risk to Fed easing hopes and could lift Treasury yields and pressure rate-sensitive assets. Monitor wage growth, unemployment rate and Fed commentary for positioning and duration exposure.
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