As US inflation data looms, analysts are predicting potential consequences for Bitcoin. The highly anticipated data, set to be released on Thursday, is expected to be above forecast, leading to a strengthening case for continued interest rate hikes.
According to experts, inflation is a key factor in the Federal Reserve’s decision-making process. As inflation increases, so does the risk of inflationary factors such as interest rate hikes. This, in turn, could lead to a decrease in demand for risk assets, including cryptocurrency.
However, if the data misses expectations, Bitcoin could experience increased volatility on the higher side. Analysts predict that a lower than expected inflation reading would likely cause a decrease in the value of the US dollar, which could benefit cryptocurrency due to a potential increase in demand.
In the words of Ed Moya, senior market analyst at OANDA, “If we get a softer reading, that could be a temporary headwind for the dollar and we could see bitcoin see relief. Inflation continues to be transitory, but traders will be watching for any signs of sticking power.”
As the Federal Reserve continues to navigate the complex economic landscape, a clearer picture is emerging. With inflation looming large, the stakes are high for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Only time will tell how these digital assets will fare in the face of economic uncertainty.
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