#FOMCMeeting #FOMCMeeting Update — June 17‑18 🚨
The U.S. Federal Reserve is meeting today and tomorrow, expected to hold interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.50%, marking the third straight pause amid soft inflation and resilient employment .
🔍 **Key themes to watch:**
Geopolitical & tariff risks: Middle East tensions and new import taxes may add upside pressure to inflation .
Fed projections (“dot plot”): Markets expect 1–2 cuts later in 2025—likely September or October—though many economists believe cuts could come even later .
Market sentiment: Crypto traders are showing optimism—expecting a dovish tone, with whales stacking BTC & ETH ahead of Powell’s press briefing .
📊 Why this matters for crypto: A Fed hold equals stability → less risk-off pressure. Any hint of future rate cuts can spark a rally in digital assets. Expect short-term volatility, then:
➡️ Bullish outcomes: BTC eyes new highs, ETH and altcoins catch up.
➡️ Risk areas: Sudden hawkish tone or geopolitical shock could trigger sharp drops.
🗣️ Watch for Jerome Powell’s press conference (2:30 pm ET, Jun 18)—his tone will likely trigger the next wave in crypto markets.
Stay tuned, trade smart, HODL strong. 🚀
