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Bitcoin-Nasdaq correlation hits 2-year high as mixed US inflation data clouds Fed’s path

Bitcoin and Nasdaq have reached their highest correlation level in two years following the release of US inflation data. The 30-day correlation coefficient between Bitcoin and US tech stocks is currently 0.70. The Bureau of Labor Statistics released an inflation report showing a 0.4% increase in the consumer price index, bringing the annual inflation rate to 2.9%. Both stock and crypto prices have made gains since the report, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures gaining over 1% and Bitcoin surging by more than 2.6%. Analysts believe that President-elect Trump's inauguration could rally further bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market, although hedging activity is rising as investors anticipate increased volatility.

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