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The CPI (Consumer Price Index) forecast is the most critical short-term macro indicator in the crypto world. It does not directly determine prices but triggers market movements by changing expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate policies. For highly volatile cryptocurrencies (especially BTC and ETH), the moment CPI data is released is often the most intense window for "bull and bear battles."

Core Transmission Logic

CPI forecast → Federal Reserve interest rate expectations → US dollar liquidity → Cryptocurrency price fluctuations

Below-expected CPI (cooling inflation): Market expects the Fed to cut rates or maintain easing → US dollar weakens, funding costs decrease → Risk assets benefit, crypto prices usually rise.

Above-expected CPI (persistent inflation): Market expects the Fed to delay rate cuts or re-hike → US dollar strengthens, liquidity tightens → Risk assets suffer, crypto prices usually fall.

Specific impacts on the crypto market

Short-term intense volatility: At the moment of CPI data release (usually 20:30 Beijing time), due to algorithmic trading and high leverage, BTC often experiences sharp swings of 2%–10% within minutes. Multiple instances in 2025-2026 have seen prices surge or crash sharply after data release.

Determining medium-term trend: If CPI exceeds expectations for several consecutive months, the market will price in “longer-lasting high interest rates,” potentially leading to weeks or even months of correction; conversely, it may trigger a new rally.

Altcoin amplification effect: BTC is the “barometer,” but altcoins (like Aster, which you follow) tend to be more volatile. If CPI data is negative and causes a market decline, altcoins usually fall much more than BTC; if positive, they tend to rebound more strongly.

Example tonight (April 10)

Time: CPI for March in the US will be released tonight at 20:30 (Beijing time).

Market status: Currently in a wait-and-see mode, with reduced open contracts and high leverage.

Risks: If actual data exceeds forecasts, it can easily trigger a liquidation of high-leverage longs, leading to a “drop—liquidation—accelerated decline” cascade.

Trading tips

Focus on core CPI: The Fed pays more attention to core CPI (excluding food and energy), which has a more significant impact on market sentiment than the overall CPI.

Beware of “buy the rumor, sell the fact”: Sometimes the market prices in expectations early, and when the data is actually released, an opposite trend may occur.

Reduce leverage: Before and after CPI release, market liquidity can dry up instantly. High-leverage contracts are prone to being liquidated suddenly. It is recommended to reduce positions or unwind leverage before the data release.