November's core PCE came in at 2.8% year-over-year, hitting the mark exactly where markets had priced it in. That alignment matters—when inflation data meets expectations, it typically steadies expectations around Federal Reserve policy moves. For crypto traders watching rate cycle signals, this kind of on-target inflation print keeps the narrative intact. No surprises means the Fed maintains its current policy path, which remains a key variable shaping Bitcoin and altcoin sentiment in Q1 2025.