US Core Inflation Edges Higher in December, Crypto Markets Watch Fed Response
US Core inflation is projected to rise 2.7% year-over-year in December 2025, a slight increase from November's 2.6% reading. The modest uptick follows distortions caused by government shutdown-related data gaps earlier in the year. Monthly CPI figures are expected to show 0.3% growth for both core and headline indices.
Federal Reserve officials continue monitoring inflation trends closely as they weigh monetary policy decisions. The crypto market remains sensitive to macroeconomic indicators, with Bitcoin and Ethereum often reacting to shifts in inflation expectations and interest rate outlooks.
Retail sales excluding autos are forecast to grow 0.4% in November, suggesting resilient consumer demand. This economic backdrop could influence institutional crypto adoption as investors seek inflation-hedging assets.
