Oil Price Volatility Tests Markets Ahead of July CPI Release
The release of July's Consumer Price Index (CPI) has put Bitcoin and financial markets on edge, awaiting a crucial indicator of whether interest rates will rise or fall. The market is closely watching oil prices, which have jumped due to stalled US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz.
Crude oil prices surged as tensions escalated in the region, causing the 10-year Treasury yield to reach 4.682% before falling below $85-$88 resistance area on reports of progress in Oman-Iran negotiations.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin has traded relatively steadily amidst the market uncertainty.