Quick Take
The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data released today, Sept. 13, marked an uptick, outstripping the consensus forecast at 3.7%, a slight deviation from the predicted 3.6%. This unexpected surge in inflation underscores a potent macroeconomic environment with an escalating cost of living.
In parallel, core inflation, a measure that excludes volatile sectors like food and energy, dropped to 4.3%, matching market expectations. The parallelism of these two indices suggests a potential decoupling of core goods from the broader inflation trend, adding another layer of complexity to the inflation narrative.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin, a digital asset often viewed as a hedge against inflation, continues to hold its ground above $26,000. This stable performance amidst turbulent economic indicators adds to the growing intrigue surrounding the cryptocurrency’s role in diversifying investment portfolios in times of economic uncertainty.
James Van Straten
James fervently appreciates data, technology, and trend-spotting. As a tech and liberty maximalist, he hails Bitcoin as the 21st century’s paramount invention.
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