BIG WEEK INCOMING! Must Read🚨
1. Wed, July 30 – FOMC rate decision
2. Wed, July 30 – Powell press conference
3. Thu, July 31 – US GDP (Q2, advance)
4. Fri, Aug 1 – Nonfarm Payrolls (Jul)
Here’s a version crafted for a Binance Square post clear, concise, and engaging for a crypto savvy audience:
🚨What to Expect July 30🚨
The Fed meets July 30, and markets are almost certain they’ll hold rates at 4.25%–4.50%. Odds of a cut? Nearly 0%. All eyes now turn to Powell’s speech, which will decide how crypto moves next.
🔹 Status Quo Expected
The Fed is staying cautious. Inflation remains sticky, tariffs are adding pressure, and the data isn’t soft enough to justify a cut just yet. September remains the earliest realistic window for easing.
🔹 Powell’s Tone = Market Reaction
If Powell sticks to his usual "wait-and-see" stance, expect Bitcoin and ETH to stay range-bound. A slightly dovish hint? That could spark a short-term rally. But a firm, hawkish tone will cool off altcoins fast.
🔹 Crypto Strategy
🚫 Don’t get baited by the initial reaction at 2 PM ET (rate decision).
✅ Wait for the real move after Powell speaks at 2:30 PM ET.
History shows the second wave is where the market truly reveals its hand.
🎯 Expect low to moderate volatility unless Powell surprises. $BTC likely holds steady or grinds slightly up. $ETH and majors could follow. Altcoins? Only rally if Powell signals a clearer path to cuts.
🧠 Key takeaway: No cut yet, but Powell’s words will tell us when it might happen and crypto will listen. Set alerts. Stay sharp. 🫡
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