Real Vision: Finance & Investing Hot US PPI, UK GDP Surprise, and Bitcoin’s Retreat: PALvatar Market Recap, August 14 2025
Aug 14, 2025
The latest market recap dives into the unexpected rise of the U.S. Producer Price Index, complicating hopes for a rate cut. Meanwhile, the UK surprises analysts with growth, even as Eurozone industrial production falters. On the crypto front, Bitcoin experiences a notable retreat from its recent highs, coupled with news of MetaMask considering a stablecoin launch. Stay informed on these pivotal developments as they shape trading strategies and economic outlooks.
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Hot July US Wholesale Inflation
- US PPI surprised sharply higher in July, with headline and core both at 0.9% month-over-month.
- The jump could push back expectations for a September Fed rate cut and rattled futures markets.
Core Ex-Trade PPI Also Elevated
- Excluding trade, PPI still rose 0.6% month-over-month, the biggest since March 2022.
- Annual headline PPI sits at 3.3%, underscoring persistent upstream inflation pressures.