This Week’s Key Economic Data Could Impact Crypto Market Trends
This week is crucial for the crypto market as it consolidates ahead of important economic data and the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.
Key Economic Indicators
- The Federal Reserve aims to maintain inflation around 2% while supporting employment.
- Rising unemployment and persistent inflation present challenges.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics will revise non-farm payrolls (NFP) on September 9, historically revealing weaker job growth.
- A significant downward revision could lead to a 50 basis point rate cut, potentially benefiting liquidity in the crypto market.
- The Producer Price Index (PPI) report on September 10 will gauge inflation at the business level; lower readings may boost market sentiment.
- The Consumer Price Index (CPI) and initial jobless claims will be released on September 11, impacting Fed decision-making.
Potential Outcomes for Fed's Rate Decision
- A 50 basis point cut is possible if NFP is sharply revised downwards, CPI and PPI are soft, and jobless claims are high, with a 20%-25% likelihood.
- A standard 25 basis point cut is more likely, with a 70%-74% chance, if NFP revisions are moderately weaker and jobless claims remain steady.
- The Fed may pause or delay changes if NFP holds steady, CPI readings are high, and jobless claims decrease, which could lead to short-term pressures on cryptocurrencies.
