Morning Minute: CPI Comes In Hot; Stocks, Crypto Shrug

Hot CPI didn't stall markets for long, while the Clarity Act has already received 100 amendments ahead of tomorrow's markup....
Key takeaways
- 1Hot CPI data failed to halt crypto and stock market momentum, with BTC at $80,515 and ETH at $2,301.
- 2The Clarity Act received 100 amendments ahead of tomorrow's markup, signaling ongoing regulatory debate.
- 3Most major cryptocurrencies showed modest price movements, with DOGE up 2.89% and several altcoins declining under 3%.
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Why it matters
Regulatory clarity through the Clarity Act directly impacts India's crypto policy direction and investor confidence. Markets shrugging off inflation data suggests institutional adoption strength, benefiting retail investors through reduced volatility.
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