⚡ U.S. Inflation Accelerates as Rising Fuel Costs Pressure Markets

U.S. consumer inflation has picked up at its fastest pace since April, driven by rising fuel costs and stronger-than-expected underlying price pressures. The latest data has shifted market expectations, with traders anticipating three additional Federal Reserve rate hikes by 2027. Tighter monetary policy could weigh on risk assets, including $BTC and other cryptocurrencies, as investors reassess their exposure to volatile markets.