Big Week Ahead: Key U.S. Economic Events Could Shape Crypto’s Next Move

CPI Data to Set the Tone – May 13

On Tuesday, all eyes will be on the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for April. This inflation reading will offer the clearest signal yet on whether the Federal Reserve might pivot toward rate cuts. A cooler CPI number would likely lift risk assets—including Bitcoin—while a hotter-than-expected reading could reignite fears of prolonged high interest rates, weighing on crypto sentiment.

SEC Tackles DeFi Integration – May 13

That same day, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will host a roundtable focused on bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). With high-profile participants such as Commissioner Hester Peirce, this discussion could offer insight into how crypto assets may be regulated in the evolving financial system.

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PPI and Powell Take the Stage – May 15

Later in the week, the spotlight shifts to the Producer Price Index (PPI) report on Thursday, which will reveal wholesale inflation trends. Much like the CPI, it will help the Fed assess its next policy move. Any surprises in this data could ripple across financial markets.

Also on May 15, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will deliver remarks that could further move markets. While the Fed currently maintains its target rate between 4.25% and 4.50%, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has publicly urged for a rate cut, citing strong employment and stabilizing prices.

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