⚡️ FED STANDS PATIENT @ 4.25%–4.50%! ⚡️ “The Committee judges the risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen,” putting a pause on easing for the third straight meeting
🛑 Why It Matters: Sticky inflation still running above 2% amid Trump-era tariffs, and the labor market is showing signs of strain—Fed Chair Powell won’t budge until the data clears up
🗓️ Market Pricing: Traders still expect three rate cuts this year, with July penciled in as the most likely kickoff—watch that July Fed meeting like a hawk
💰 Crypto Pulse: Bitcoin shrugged off the decision, holding near $96,600, as crypto traders weigh the impact of slower Fed easing on digital-asset flows
🎯 Eyes on 2:30 pm ET: Powell’s press conference could drop the next clue on rate-cut timing—expect fireworks in both equity and crypto markets
🔍 From FXStreet: Powell stressed the need to “await further clarity” as tariffs complicate GDP data, and noted that “policy is moderately restrictive” but well-positioned to respond if risks materialize
🌐 Global Impact: A steady Fed keeps the U.S. dollar firm, pressure on emerging-market FX, and could prolong the DeFi season as traders chase yield outside of bonds
❓ Your Take: Will Fed patience spark a late-year crypto rally, or are markets in for a bumpy landing? Drop your hot takes below!
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