🏦 Powell Says: “December Is Far From Certain” ⚡
The U.S. Federal Reserve just made a major move — cutting interest rates by 0.25%, bringing them down to 3.75%–4.00%. Markets expected the cut… but what came after left traders stunned. 😮
💼 Here’s What Changed:
💸 Starting December 1, the Fed will stop shrinking its balance sheet and begin reinvesting proceeds from maturing bonds — meaning more liquidity and fresh cash back into the system.
🧠 Reinvesting = More money flowing through banks and markets — bullish for liquidity-driven assets like crypto!
🎙️ Powell’s Message:
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said there’s division inside the Fed on whether to cut again in December. He warned that “it’s far too early” to promise another move. 🕰️
Even Nick Timiraos (the “Fed whisperer”) noted that Powell wants to keep options open and avoid fueling market euphoria.
🔥 What It Means for Crypto:
💰 Lower rates = cheaper borrowing + more liquidity — good for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins.
🚀 If BTC breaks above $114K or ETH climbs past $4K, we could see another leg of the rally.
🌐 In the long run, easier money supports stablecoins, DeFi, and real-world tokenization — a macro tailwind for the crypto economy.
📉 Why Are Markets Down Then?
Despite the cut, stocks and crypto dipped as traders reacted to Powell’s cautious tone. Some took profits after big runs, while global worries (like inflation, China, and oil prices) added pressure.
⚖️ It’s likely a short-term cooldown, not a reversal — just the market catching its breath.
🤔 Will Powell’s caution cool the rally or fuel the next crypto breakout? 🔥
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