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Top 4 Events Crypto Traders Must Watch This Week

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  • Key Economic Events: Upcoming U.S. economic indicators, including CPI, jobless claims, PPI, and retail sales.

  • Higher-than-expected inflation could slow the Fed's rate cuts, affecting Bitcoin's price.

  • Strong retail sales data could indicate a healthy economy, boosting investor confidence in crypto.

This week, the crypto market could see increased volatility as major U.S. economic reports roll in. With Donald Trumpโ€™s recent re-election and a new interest rate decision expected from the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), these upcoming events might trigger a Bitcoin rally.

Hereโ€™s what crypto traders just can’t ignore.

Nov 13: Consumer Price Index (CPI) Report

On Wednesday, November 13, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will release the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for October. The CPI measures inflation at the consumer level, and economists expect a slight drop in both headline and core CPI, with projections of 0.2% and 0.3% decreases, respectively. 

This CPI release follows a recent 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed and highlights the bankโ€™s effort to keep interest rates steady. However, if inflation turns out higher than expected, it could delay further rate cuts, impacting Bitcoinโ€™s price direction.

Nov 14: Initial Jobless Claims

Another critical release on November 14 is the initial jobless claims data, which provides insight into the U.S. labor market. An uptick in unemployment would suggest the economy may be slowing, potentially heightening recession fears.

In the crypto market, higher jobless claims could indicate weakened consumer spending power, which often affects investor interest in riskier assets like Bitcoin.

Nov 15: Producer Price Index (PPI) and Market Implications

The Producer Price Index (PPI) data, set for release on November 15, measures inflation at the wholesale level. A high PPI could suggest rising production costs, especially for energy and hardware, which would impact Bitcoin mining profitability and might reduce market enthusiasm.

Nov 15: Retail Sales Data and Consumer Health

Also on November 15, the retail sales data will shed light on consumer spending trends. Economists expect a 0.3% increase in retail sales, which could signal a strong economy and boost confidence in crypto investments.

With these key economic indicators arriving, the crypto market may see significant shifts.

The next few days will be a rollercoaster ride for crypto investors. Stay tuned.

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