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Breaking Bitcoin Crosses $92,000 After CPI Shows US Inflation Rising to 2.6%

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In Brief

  • Bitcoin’s price surged to $92,000 despite rising US inflation, amid positive sentiment around institutional interest and regulatory shifts.
  • Previous inflation reports in August and September showed cooling trends, supporting Bitcoin’s steady growth during those months.
  • Higher inflation raises speculation of Fed tightening, but BTC's appeal as a store of value and growing institutional interest continue to drive demand.
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Bitcoin surged to an all-time high of $92,000 after the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) revealed inflation rose to 2.6% year-over-year in October, up from 2.4% in September. 

The latest inflation figures heightened concerns about the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy, hinting at potential volatility in the crypto market.

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Bitcoin’s rally, despite rising inflation, can be attributed to the increasingly positive sentiment in the crypto market after the US election. The market is anticipating significant regulatory shifts in the US financial system

At the same time, today’s CPI data came in lower than expected, as previous reports suggested inflation could be higher. 

The Labor Department reported that monthly CPI inflation held steady at 0.2%, matching September’s figure. However, the annual increase of 2.6% marked the first uptick in eight months. 

CPI and Bitcoin
US CPI data throughout 2024. Source: Trading Economics

Core CPI, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, remained unchanged at 0.3% on a monthly basis and 3.3% annually, aligning with expectations.

However, even with today’s Bitcoin rally, an aggressive stance from the Federal Reserve could inject volatility into the market. A potential rate hike could weigh on investor sentiment, impacting the broader financial markets, including cryptocurrencies.

It’s also important to consider the legacy perspective that inflation fears often lead investors to seek assets with limited supply, such as Bitcoin. Additionally, while higher CPI figures increase the likelihood of tighter monetary policy, they also signal ongoing economic uncertainty. 

Bitcoin all-time high and ongoing rally also reflect market optimism about its long-term potential. This is largely because institutional adoption and positive sentiment around crypto-assets continue to grow, even amid inflationary pressures.

CPI and Bitcoin
Bitcoin price movement today following CPI data release. Source: CoinGecko

BTC Had Remained Stable Throgout Earlier Inflation Drops

Bitcoin’s behavior in August and September reflected its sensitivity to macroeconomic signals, particularly inflation and Federal Reserve policy expectations. In August, CPI inflation dropped to 2.5%, below both July’s 2.9% and market expectations of 2.6%. 

This cooling inflation suggested easing price pressures, prompting speculation about a potential 25 basis point rate cut in September. 

Bitcoin’s muted reaction during this period indicated that the market had largely anticipated the favorable inflation data, pricing in the potential monetary easing ahead of the CPI release.

In September, despite inflation rebounding slightly to 2.9%, Bitcoin maintained its position above $61,000. The market viewed this figure as a continuation of July’s cooling trend, reinforcing expectations that the Fed might hold off on further tightening. 

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Mohammad Shahid
Mohammad Shahid is an experienced crypto journalist with a specialization in blockchain security. He covers a wide range of topics spanning everything from Web3 to retail crypto. As an experienced freelance journalist, he has worked on campaigns for several tier-1 exchanges, such as Bitget, and startups, including RankFi and HAQQ. Mohammad comes from an extensive technical background, with a master’s degree in Cyber Security Analysis from Macquarie University, where he majored in...
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