Key Economic Events Ahead: US PCE, FOMC Minutes, Q3 GDP to Shape Crypto Market

• The US PCE inflation report, FOMC minutes, and Q3 GDP data are crucial for assessing economic health and their impact on both traditional and crypto markets.
• Market optimism, institutional interest, and the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions will influence the direction of crypto prices heading into December.

Following a recent update by CNF on Crypto Market Watch, the coming week is pivotal for the crypto market, with key economic data releases and policy updates poised to influence prices. Scheduled highlights include the US PCE inflation report, FOMC minutes, and Q3 GDP data.

Investors are particularly focused on signals about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, as mixed views among officials have kept markets guessing. The minutes, set for release on November 27, will also offer insights into whether the Fed is shifting away from its 2% inflation target.

As shared in a recent tweet by The Kobeissi Letter, five key events this week were revealed:

Key Events This Week:

1. CB Consumer Confidence data – Tuesday

2. October New Home Sales data – Tuesday

3. FOMC Meeting Minutes – Tuesday

4. Q3 2024 GDP data – Wednesday

5. October PCE Inflation data – Wednesday

6. US Markets Closed for Thanksgiving – Thursday

A short but…

— The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) November 24, 2024

The second estimate of Q3 GDP, due November 29, will shed light on the US economy’s health, with projections indicating a slight dip to 2.8% from 3% in Q2.

On the same day, the PCE inflation report is expected to show a modest 0.2% monthly rise, with core inflation predicted to jump to 2.8%, signaling persistent price pressures. These metrics will be crucial for gauging the broader economic outlook, influencing crypto and traditional financial markets alike.

Impact on Crypto Amid Market Optimism

This wave of data arrives as the crypto market rallies, buoyed by institutional interest and favorable political shifts.

Many traders will also track expiring crypto contracts, adding a layer of uncertainty to market movements. With the Federal Reserve weighing additional stimulus and inflation concerns looming, the interplay between economic data and monetary policy could set the tone for crypto assets heading into December.

Additionally, in line with a previous CNF post on Bitcoin Watch: 3 Major US Economic Events to Track in the Past Few Weeks, as of now, according to CoinMarketCap data, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $97,844.53, having decreased by 0.48% in the past day and surged by 8.04% in the past week.