Stock Market Insights: Crypto, Inflation, and Fed Policies Impact

Wall Street opened lower following a winning streak, driven by encouraging economic data. Inflation moderation hints at a modest Federal Reserve rate cut next month. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq are set for their best weeks since October. Bitcoin-related stocks gain, and investor attention shifts to upcoming Fed meetings.

Wall Street's indices were poised for a lower start on Friday after enjoying consecutive gains. This rise was fueled by positive economic data that spurred a significant rebound in tech and growth stocks.

Recent data on consumer and producer prices suggested moderating inflation, likely nudging the Federal Reserve towards a modest 25-basis point rate cut. Mike Reynolds from Glenmede noted that the latest batch of data alleviated fears of a severe economic downturn.

Market participants await further insights from the Fed's upcoming meeting, with attention on labor market trends and overall economic health. Meanwhile, crypto-related stocks saw gains as Bitcoin prices rose.

(With inputs from agencies.)