December's U.S. CPI report just landed—and it's holding steady at 2.7% year-over-year. No surprises here; actual matched both the forecast and November's reading. What does this mean for your portfolio? Sticky inflation at this level typically keeps the Fed cautious, which ripples through both traditional markets and crypto. When CPI stays flat, it signals the Fed isn't in a rush to cut rates further—something traders are watching closely as they position for what's next.