Live updates: Bitcoin drops as interest rates climb, consumer confidence sinks
In the latest round of market commentary, several key economic indicators have converged to shape a cautious outlook for investors and consumers alike. Bitcoin, the world’s most widely recognized cryptocurrency, has been nudged lower as central banks continue to tighten monetary policy, while the United States’ Consumer Confidence Index—a barometer of household sentiment—has plunged to a level no…
Sept. 29, 2026, 10:14 a.m.