#May CPI Incoming#
This Wednesday, the U.S. will release May CPI data — a key test for rate cut expectations. Cleveland Fed forecasts 2.4% YoY CPI (up from 2.3%), with core CPI flat.
💬 If inflation beats expectations, will the Fed still cut in June? Will you stay on the sidelines or take early action?
#Tech Giants Eye Stablecoins#
Apple, Google, Airbnb, and X are in talks to integrate stablecoins into their payment systems, aiming to cut fees and streamline global payments. Following Circle’s IPO surge, stablecoins are quickly gaining traction across tech and finance.
💬 Could stablecoins be
The U.S. Employment Trend Index declined due to tariffs
On June 9, the Conference Board's May Employment Trend Index (ETI) slipped further, falling to 107.49 from 108.00. "ETI continued to slow down in May compared to the beginning of 2025. But despite the general cautious approach to tariffs, the ETI is currently above the 2017-19 average, suggesting that the labor market remains on solid footing overall." The Conference Board noted that the discrepancy between hard and soft data persists, "While uncertainty is likely to weigh on business and consumer confidence, the May employment data suggests that hiring continues to broadly balance the labour market. However, we are starting to see erosion in some sectors, which may indicate that the pressures from tariff changes are emerging." ( gold ten )