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Recent inflation figures from the United States have not met market predictions, prompting a reevaluation of future interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a significant decrease in consumer prices for March, marking the first major decline in inflation since the highs of 2020 and 2021. Despite this positive news, concerns about mounting macroeconomic pressures globally persist. Interest Rate Adjustments Fuel Market OptimismCan Macroeconomic Issues Dampen Market Enthusiasm? Interest Rate Adjustments Fuel Market Optimism Valentin Fournier from BRN noted in a Friday report that the recent drop in inflation could increase the chances of a rate cut at the upcoming Fed meeting in May. This potential shift is seen as a critical factor that could influence both traditional markets and the cryptocurrency sector. Following the inflation report, Bitcoin has been trading well, maintaining levels above $80,000 and recently hovering around $82,300. However, there are signs of weakness in institutional investments, with a notable capital outflow from spot Bitcoin ETFs over the past six days, suggesting that a robust upward trend has not yet been established. Fournier points to ongoing tariff disputes between the U.S. and China as a contributing factor. Nonetheless, some cryptocurrency funds on Wall Street might still see significant capital inflows soon. Can Macroeconomic Issues Dampen Market Enthusiasm? Despite the increased optimism surrounding the cryptocurrency market, experts caution that March’s inflation figures may not significantly alter the Fed’s policy decisions. Ongoing tariff negotiations and global trade tensions are exacerbating economic uncertainty, resulting in a more cautious approach from the Fed. U.S. stock markets and government bonds have faced challenges since week’s beginning, compounded by President Trump’s remarks regarding the bond market’s complexities. The latest data shows that the yield on U.S. 10-year Treasury bonds has exceeded 4.5%, indicating declining investor confidence. Mike…

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