Crypto Market Falls as Jobs Report Lands and Major US Brokerage Adds Solana, Avalanche and Chainlink

Crypto markets declined as Bitcoin and Ether fell, with Bitcoin nearing $74,780. Charles Schwab added Solana, Avalanche, and Chainlink to its crypto trading platform. US jobs data showed 165,000 nonfarm payrolls added in October, with unemployment at 4.1%. Ether ETFs saw $365M withdrawals, extending a six-week trend.

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Published Nov 9, 2026, 6:25 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SOL-USDBullishMed
01

Why it matters

The jobs data reinforced a risk‑off environment, pressuring crypto prices, but Schwab’s token additions may offset some downside by attracting new buyers.

02

Market read

Macro jobs data drove crypto market decline; Schwab’s new listings provide a potential catalyst for price support.

03

What to watch

Schwab’s geographic restrictions (no service in NY, LA, territories) limit the impact.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: today

Background

A strong U.S. jobs report lifted market risk aversion, while Schwab expanded its crypto offering.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SOL-USDBullishHigh confidence
Context

Charles Schwab added Solana to its Schwab Crypto platform, making the token available to eligible clients.

Expected impact

potential upside as client demand grows

Evidence & confidence

Schwab’s low‑fee offering expands the addressable market for SOL, likely supporting price.

$AVAX-USDBullishHigh confidence
Context

Charles Schwab added Avalanche to its Schwab Crypto platform, expanding client access.

Expected impact

moderate upside from new retail participation

Evidence & confidence

Schwab’s entry lowers barriers for retail investors, supporting AVAX.

$LINK-USDBullishHigh confidence
Context

Charles Schwab added Chainlink to its Schwab Crypto platform, offering it to eligible clients.

Expected impact

possible price rise as new users trade LINK

Evidence & confidence

Chainlink’s addition to a major brokerage widens its user base.

Market effects

Broader crypto sector may see increased retail inflows as major brokerages add tokens.

U.S. retail investors gain direct access, potentially boosting domestic crypto trading volumes.

Schwab’s move signals wider institutional acceptance, influencing global crypto sentiment.

Counterpoint

Retail exposure could lead to short‑term volatility if inexperienced traders overreact.

Key entities

  • Charles Schwab

    Added SOL, AVAX, LINK to its Schwab Crypto platform.

  • U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

    Released October nonfarm payrolls showing 165,000 jobs added.

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