by BSC News
June 12, 2022
Higher than expected CPI causes sharp sell-offs as inflationary pressure continues to spook the market.
The US’s annual inflation rate rose to 8.6%, the highest rate since December 1981, causing a market-wide sell-off as high energy costs continue to accelerate the rate of inflation. The Federal Reserve (Fed), despite taking numerous measures, was unable to contain inflation.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped 2.9% and 3.5% respectively after the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Friday. Bitcoin ($BTC) and the wider crypto market took a hit. Bitcoin is currently trading at $27,532.
Ethereum ($ ETH ) has also suffered a heavy blow after falling to a 15-month low below the crucial $1,600 mark. This came just days after Ethereum completed a test merge on the Ropsten network.
Selling momentum remains strong as the broader market retreats from risk assets until the US’s monetary policy stabilizes.
Many investors are swapping their investments for risk-off assets. Bitcoin and other crypto-assets are deemed volatile assets. The bearish sentiment in the crypto market will likely continue unless the following takes place:
Unless Bitcoin’s price pushes past the 200-day moving average, there is no reversal in sight. This bearish phase will likely continue for the next few months until the Fed manages to reign in inflation. Inflation is a real threat to the US economy and the sanction on Russia is causing a deepening energy crisis.
Most market participants that did not cash out will likely see a significant drop in their portfolio size. There is no indication that the market uncertainties will end soon. Therefore, a few steps can be taken to mitigate risks.
There might be a further downside, but it would be impossible to catch the absolute bottom. Low capped altcoins that can give exponential gains should be a secondary priority. Risk management is the key to building a healthy portfolio.
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