The Rate Cut Illusion: Why the Market Dumped Instead of Pumped 😓
Here’s the reality 🤯:
For months, Trump hyped up rate cuts, and many assumed portfolios would skyrocket once they happened. The same narrative played out during his presidency—false hope that “a big pump is guaranteed.”
But what actually unfolded?
❌ Instead of a rally, the market collapsed nearly 80%.
❌ Retail traders became exit liquidity for whales.
✅ Only Bitcoin and a few majors showed real strength.
Fast forward to Powell’s August 22 speech—he hinted at September cuts. The reaction was instant:
🔹 $ETH pumped from 4046 to 4955 (new ATH).
🔹 Excitement went viral.
🔹 Within a day, ETH fell back near 4350, dragging the market down.
The pattern is obvious:
👉 This cycle isn’t about “promised pumps,” it’s about liquidity grabs.
👉 Altcoin dreamers waiting for a mega season after cuts may be disappointed—majors like $BTC, $ETH, $SOL, $XRP, and $BNB have already had their runs.
👉 With thousands of coins floating around, banking on “the next great pump” is pure gamble.
📌 Lesson: This market rewards timing, patience, and smart positioning—not blind hope. That’s why I sold my bag.