MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What Cooling Inflation Means for the Crypto Market
Jul 11, 2024
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Ben Emons, Founder and CIO of FedWatch Advisors, discusses the crypto market's response to cooling inflation in the latest CPI report. Topics include Fed's rate adjustments, market trends, importance of economic data vs. forward-looking indicators, and Federal Reserve's focus on managing inflation.
Federal Reserve may cut rates as inflation cools, impacting crypto markets positively.
Importance of concrete data like CPI and jobless claims for assessing the economy's state.
Deep dives
Fresh CPI Shows Inflation Decline to 3%
The recent CPI reading at 8:30 am Eastern Time revealed a decrease in inflation to 3%, positively affecting the market. Bitcoin also saw a 2.22% increase in the past 24 hours, trading at $59,000. Fed Chair Powell indicated that the Fed won't wait for inflation to reach 2% before cutting rates, hinting at potential rate cuts. The core components of the CPI, particularly in rentals, displayed lower figures, aligning with the Fed's aims.
Market Speculation on Future Rate Cuts
Speculation arose about potential rate cuts following Powell's comments, with markets analyzing the timing and extent of the cuts. Comparisons were drawn to past market behaviors concerning rate adjustments. The importance of concrete data like CPI and jobless claims was emphasized over forward-looking indicators in assessing the economy's state. Markets reacted positively to Powell's remarks, especially regarding inflation models and labor market conditions.
Focus on Inflation and Labor Market by the Fed
The Fed's current priorities lie in managing inflation and ensuring a robust labor market. While the labor market is showing signs of balance, the focus remains on stabilizing inflation figures. The cautious approach to rate adjustments stems from the slow progress in meeting desired inflation levels. The Fed acknowledges the need for careful timing of rate cuts to prevent overheating of the economy.
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FedWatch Advisors founder and CIO Ben Emons joins CoinDesk to discuss the crypto markets' reaction to the latest Consumer Price Index report and his bitcoin price outlook as U.S. inflation calms down in June.
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