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US October CPI Data: Will the Fed Return to a "Hawkish" Stance?

My view: The October inflation figures increase the risk that the Fed may adopt a more "hawkish" stance (favoring a tighter monetary policy); however, a single CPI report that exceeds expectations is not sufficient to confirm a lasting shift in monetary policy.

The core issue here is whether inflation is becoming persistent once again, or if the increase in October is merely transitory.

Indicator Actual Forecast
Headline CPI (monthly) 0.4% 0.3%
Core CPI (monthly) 0.3% 0.3%

There is an important distinction to be made: while headline inflation delivered an upward surprise, core CPI aligned with expectations rather than exceeding them.

This makes the report concerning, though it does not necessarily constitute a definitive "inflation shock."

1. Will the Fed adopt a more "hawkish" stance?

The "hawkish" risk is rising.

Recent developments suggest that the Fed’s December meeting could be more aggressive than previously anticipated.

There are three key reasons for this:

* Persistent core inflation: Core CPI has risen by 0.3% for three consecutive months, indicating that underlying inflation is not cooling sufficiently.
* Strong employment: A resilient labor market provides the Fed with more room to maintain a restrictive monetary policy. * Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that if inflation remains persistently high, a 50-basis-point interest rate hike should be considered.

The market reaction has already been quite pronounced:

* Expectations for an interest rate hike in December have strengthened significantly.
* The possibility of a 50-basis-point increase has begun to gain attention.
* The yield on the two-year U.S. Treasury note rose by approximately 18 basis points on November 10.

According to a survey of economists conducted in November, another 25-basis-point hike is expected in December, which could push the federal funds target range to 4.00%–4.25%.

My assessment: The Fed is shifting toward a more "hawkish" stance. However, a 50-basis-point hike remains a more aggressive scenario—it should not be viewed as an inevitable outcome. A notable issue: The October 2026 CPI report does not include an annual inflation figure, as comparable data for October could not be collected due to a government shutdown in 2025. This makes the monthly trend and other inflation indicators particularly significant.

2. Impact on Bitcoin ($BTC )

Short-term bearish trend

Negative pressure

Bitcoin is particularly sensitive to shifts in global liquidity and expectations regarding U.S. interest rates.

* High inflation fuels expectations for higher interest rates.

* Higher interest rates make cash and Treasury bonds more attractive.

* Investors become less inclined to take risks on speculative assets. * Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies face selling pressure.

What happened following the announcement?

Following the release of the October CPI data, Bitcoin briefly dipped toward $73,500, reflecting the market's reaction to a resurgence in expectations for Fed tightening.

My scenarios for BTC:

Potential BTC reaction
A more hawkish Fed: Further decline and volatility
Fed maintains current expectations: Stability and consolidation
November inflation data declines: Potential recovery and renewed buying

Things I will be watching:

* Whether BTC can hold its support level around $73,000.

* Whether institutional inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs turn positive.

* Whether U.S. Treasury yields continue to rise.

* Whether the U.S. dollar strengthens further.

A sustained decline in ETF outflows, combined with falling yields, could create the right conditions for a Bitcoin recovery.

3. Impact on U.S. stock markets

Negative in the short term

High interest rates generally exert pressure on stock valuations, particularly for companies whose valuations are heavily dependent on future earnings growth.

The most vulnerable sectors are likely:

* Technology: High discount rates can lower the valuation of growth stocks.

* Artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks: High valuations make them sensitive to rising bond yields. * Small-cap stocks: Higher borrowing costs can negatively affect companies with greater financing needs.

* Real estate: Higher financing costs may reduce investment and demand for real estate.

The market reaction on November 10 confirms this concern:

Index Daily change
S&P 500 -0.38%
Nasdaq Composite -0.74%
Dow Jones -0.30%

The fact that the 10-year Treasury yield is approaching the 5% level also increases the pressure on stock valuations.

In my view, if bond yields continue to rise, technology stocks and speculative growth stocks may experience greater volatility.

However, this does not necessarily mean that a prolonged market crash is on the horizon. Strong corporate earnings and economic growth could partially offset the impact of higher interest rates.

4. Impact on Gold

Short-term downward trend

Gold faces an interesting situation where inflation and interest rates can exert opposing forces.

Why might gold decline?

* Rising Treasury bond yields increase the opportunity cost of holding gold.
* A stronger US dollar makes gold more expensive for international buyers.
* The expectation of tighter monetary policy may reduce demand for non-yielding assets.

In fact, following the release of the CPI (Consumer Price Index) data, spot gold fell by approximately 2.6%, trading at around $4,030 per ounce.

However, the long-term outlook for gold is not necessarily bearish.

In a scenario where inflation proves persistent and economic growth weakens, investors might turn to gold as a hedge against stagflation (stagnation combined with inflation) and financial uncertainty.

Therefore, I make the following distinction:

* Short term: High bond yields and a strengthening dollar are negative for gold.
* Medium term: Persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties could provide support for gold.
* Long term: Demand from central banks and concerns regarding purchasing power remain significant factors. 5. General market outlook

I can outline the potential impacts of a more "hawkish" (favoring a tight monetary policy) Fed as follows:

Asset Short-term outlook Key risk
BTC Liquidity contraction
US tech stocks Rising Treasury yields
S&P 500 Higher discount rates
Gold Strengthening dollar
US dollar Shifting interest rate expectations

6. What should investors watch next?

Key triggers to monitor in the coming period include:

US October PPI November 13, 2026 Further evidence of price pressures
Fed October meeting minutes November 18, 2026 Policymakers' concerns regarding inflation
US November CPI December 10, 2026 Whether inflation is cooling down
Fed policy meeting December 8–9, 2026 Interest rate decision

A note on the CPI data: Market expectations were 0.3% for headline CPI and 0.2% for core CPI. Consequently, both actual figures exceeded expectations by 0.1 percentage points.

My final assessment

I foresee three potential developments:

* In the short term: BTC, tech stocks, and gold remain vulnerable to higher bond yields and a strengthening dollar.
* In the medium term: If inflation proves persistent, the Fed may maintain a restrictive monetary policy for a longer period or raise interest rates further. * Bullish reversal scenario: Should inflation data cool down in the coming period and Treasury yields retreat, assets such as Bitcoin, stocks, and gold could see a recovery.

At present, the most critical signal is not merely the CPI figure, but rather the trajectory of U.S. two-year and ten-year Treasury yields.

My primary concern is a combination of persistent inflation, a robust labor market, and rising Treasury yields. This mix makes it difficult for the Federal Reserve to justify an easing of its monetary policy.

Therefore, until subsequent inflation reports provide clearer evidence of a decline in inflation, I advise remaining cautious and avoiding aggressive risk-taking in Bitcoin (BTC) and high-valuation technology stocks.

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