As Bitcoin (BTC) broke past the $66,000 psychological barrier, the cryptocurrency market closed the week in the green. However, the upcoming week promises to be busy, with significant altcoin developments and critical economic data releases. Investors are keeping a close eye on these events to adjust their strategies accordingly. Here’s what’s in store for the week ahead.
September 30, Monday: Crypto Events and Powell’s Speech
Kicking off the week, notable events in the crypto space will set the stage. The Messari Mainnet Conference begins, with several crypto projects expected to announce important updates. Additionally, the Chiliz (CHZ) network will airdrop PEPPER tokens to its holders. Meanwhile, XDC Network (XDC) will unveil its XDC 2.0 update.
On the economic side, all eyes will be on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech at 18:55 (UK time). His comments are expected to offer insights into the US economy, and investors should pay close attention.
October 1, Tuesday: Key Data from Europe and the US
Tuesday brings critical economic data from both the Eurozone and the US. At 10:00 (UK time), the Eurozone Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be released, indicating whether inflationary pressures persist. Investors will be comparing this data to the expected 1.9% increase and adjusting their strategies accordingly.
At 15:00 (UK time), the US JOLTS Job Openings data will be released, reflecting labor market activity. Shortly after, at 16:00 (UK time), FOMC Member Raphael Bostic will give a speech, providing further insights into the future of US economic policy. These developments are expected to create short-term movements in the crypto market.
October 2, Wednesday: Digital Assets Week and Employment Data
Wednesday marks the beginning of London’s Digital Assets Week, which will feature key discussions on blockchain and digital assets. At 13:15 (UK time), the US ADP Non-Farm Employment Change report will be released, likely impacting both traditional and crypto markets.
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This report, offering a snapshot of the US labor market’s strength, is closely watched by crypto investors, as it often triggers market fluctuations.
October 3, Thursday: Major Announcement from Axelar
On Thursday, Axelar (AXL) is set to make a significant announcement that could present opportunities for AXL investors. At 13:30 (UK time), the US Initial Jobless Claims data will be published, giving further insight into unemployment levels. The expectation is 221,000, compared to the previous 218,000.
These figures will likely influence the broader market, and US labor data often leads to short-term movements in crypto prices. Investors should stay alert.
October 4, Friday: US Employment and Unemployment Data
The final day of the week brings crucial US labor market data. At 13:30 (UK time), the US Unemployment Rate will be released, with an expected 4.2%. At the same time, Non-Farm Payrolls and Average Hourly Earnings reports will be released. The market expects a 144,000 increase in payrolls and a 0.3% rise in hourly earnings.
These numbers are vital for assessing the health of the US economy and will likely have an impact on crypto markets. Additionally, at 14:00 (UK time), FOMC Member John Williams will speak, offering further insights into the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy.
A Crucial Week for Crypto Investors
This week will be critical for crypto investors, as both altcoin events and economic data releases could drive market volatility. Significant developments in altcoin projects will likely have a major impact on prices. Similarly, economic data could cause fluctuations in the market. Investors should monitor these events closely to seize potential opportunities and adjust their strategies accordingly.
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