The anticipation of a potential rate hike from the Bank of Japan (BoJ) and the recent U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data are key factors influencing Bitcoin's price movement today. With a 90% chance of a BoJ rate hike on January 24, investors are trading cautiously, mindful of the volatility that such events have historically triggered in both traditional and digital asset markets. The initial boost in Bitcoin's price following the slower-than-expected core inflation data from the U.S. CPI has lost momentum as traders await further economic indicators. Additionally, the upcoming U.S. retail sales data and political events, such as Donald Trump's inauguration, are contributing to a more conservative trading approach among investors.
The Proshares Ultra Bitcoin ETF (BITU) experienced a slight decline, dropping 0.52% to $55.05 at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 16.