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Latest Prices and Market Analysis
Bitcoin held above the $61,000 mark, showing a lack of clear direction pending the release of the Fed’s preferred inflation measure, the core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE). Analysts expect the PCE data to indicate a slowdown in the annualized inflation rate to 2.6% in May from 2.8%, still above the Fed’s 2% target. A lower-than-expected figure may suggest a continued decline in inflation, potentially benefiting cryptocurrencies in the coming months.
Solana’s SOL token has demonstrated strong performance compared to Ethereum’s ETH this week. A notable development was New York-based investment firm VanEck filing an S-1 registration statement for its VanEck Solana Trust, suggesting that SOL functions similarly to digital commodities like bitcoin and ETH. The SOL/ETH ratio has seen a 12% increase this week, indicating a bullish trend.
Market Predictions and Analysis
Blockchain enthusiasts expressed skepticism regarding President Joe Biden’s performance in the first debate of the 2024 presidential election, leading to increased odds favoring former President Donald Trump’s potential victory in November. Betting markets have around $188 million at stake, with Trump and Biden receiving significant bets. Analysts believe that a Trump win could result in a more favorable regulatory environment for the crypto industry, potentially driving growth and adoption of digital assets.
Chart of the Day
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