#CryptoCPIWatch

The most recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the United States was published today, Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Here are the key points:

* Overall CPI (All Items): Increased by 0.2% from March to April and by 2.3% in the last 12 months. This annual increase of 2.3% is the smallest year-over-year rise since February 2021.

* Core CPI (Excluding food and energy): Rose by 0.2% month to month and by 2.8% in the last year.

In summary:

Inflation in the United States, as measured by the CPI, moderated slightly in April. While prices overall remain higher than a year ago, the pace of increase has slowed. The decline in energy prices was a significant factor in this moderation. Core inflation remained stable.

This data is crucial for financial markets, including the cryptocurrency market, as it influences the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rates and overall market sentiment. A reading of inflation slightly below expectations could be interpreted as a positive signal for risk assets like cryptocurrencies, as it may reduce the urgency for new interest rate hikes.