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Why Is Crypto Down? Hotter CPI Fuels Fears of Delayed Fed Rate Cuts

CryptoNews·October 15, 2026·1 min read
Why Is Crypto Down? Hotter CPI Fuels Fears of Delayed Fed Rate Cuts

Bitcoin fell 3.6% to about $80,764 as hotter US CPI data lifted rate-hike bets, weighing on crypto and technology shares worldwide. The inflation report fueled fears of delayed Fed rate cuts, triggering a broad risk-off move across markets and intensifying selling pressure on digital assets.

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