US December CPI data shows inflation rose 2.7% annually, with core CPI slightly below expectations at 2.6%, easing fears of aggressive Fed hikes. Silver price surged to an all-time high above $87 an ounce, supported by easing inflation pressure and lower real yields, while Bitcoin modestly reclaimed $92,000. Market sentiment remains cautious, with declining crypto volatility and analysts warning that macroeconomic and geopolitical risks may be underappreciated.