US inflation data reveals a year-over-year CPI increase to 2.4%, indicating stable inflation dynamics amid Federal Reserve policy considerations.
Shelter costs and food prices contributed to the monthly rise, while the energy index decreased by 1.0% with notable drops in gasoline prices.
Core CPI increased by 0.1%, driven by gains in medical care, education, and personal care despite price declines in vehicle and apparel categories.
Core inflation stands at 2.8% annually, with the energy index down 3.5% and food prices up 2.9% year-over-year.
The cooler inflation data may alleviate pressure on the Federal Reserve to maintain high interest rates, potentially bolstering the bullish sentiment in the crypto market, especially for Bitcoin.
Lower rates could enhance liquidity and risk appetite, signaling potential monetary easing in the future and driving BTC's upward momentum.