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CPI Day: Why todayâs inflation data matters for crypto đ§źđ
What is CPI?
The Consumer Price Index measures how quickly prices for everyday goods and services are rising â a key signal that shapes central bank policy.
Why crypto traders care:
Higher inflation can keep interest rates high, often weighing on risk assets.
Slowing inflation can spark a ârisk-onâ environment that may benefit crypto markets.
Key data points to track:
Headline CPI (overall inflation)
Core CPI (excludes food & energy)
Month-over-month (MoM) change for momentum
Services and shelter costs (sticky inflation components)
Quick reaction guide:
Hot CPI đ„: Yields climb, dollar strengthens; BTC and alts could face selling pressure.
In-line CPI đ€: Choppy trade; leadership and sector rotation matter.
Cool CPI đ§: Boosts rate-cut hopes; risk appetite improves, but liquidity still matters.
Whatâs on our radar:
âSupercoreâ services (ex-housing) for persistence
Signs of a slowdown in shelter inflation
Revisions to previous CPI prints
Moves in bond yields, DXY, and BTC dominance
Volatility survival tips (not financial advice):
Use limit orders and set alerts
Watch for slippage and funding rates
Manage position sizes carefully â swings can be sharp
Follow official releases and reliable market dashboards
Stay ready â weâll share updates as the numbers drop. Trade smart, stay safe.
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