#CryptoCPIWatch

The most recent data from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in 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 2.3% over the last 12 months. This annual increase of 2.3% is the smallest year-over-year increase since February 2021.

* Core CPI (Excluding food and energy): Rose by 0.2% month over month and 2.8% over 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 cryptocurrencies, as it influences the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rates and the overall market sentiment. A reading of inflation slightly lower than expected could be interpreted as a positive sign for risk assets such as cryptocurrencies, as it might reduce the urgency for further interest rate hikes.