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July jobs, CPI, and Fed minutes headline two weeks of catalysts
A series of high-impact US economic data releases in August 2026, including July nonfarm payrolls, CPI, and PPI, alongside FOMC minutes from a divided July meeting, are expected to drive volatility for BTC and ETH.
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Why It Matters
The Federal Reserve's July meeting saw a significant 9-3 split on holding rates, making upcoming inflation and employment data critical for determining the rate path for the September 15-16 FOMC meeting.