๐ฆ FOMC Decision Tonight โ Markets on High Alert! โก
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting concludes tonight, October 29 (Wednesday) โ and all eyes are on Jerome Powell as the U.S. Federal Reserve prepares to shape global markets once again! ๐
๐ Time (Pakistan):
๐๏ธ FOMC Decision: 11:00 PM (PKT)
๐๏ธ Powellโs Press Conference: 12:00 AM โ 12:30 AM (Midnight PKT, early Thursday)
๐ Whatโs on the Agenda:
1. Expected 25 bps Rate Cut โ Bringing the Fed Funds Rate down to 3.75%โ4.00%
2. Possible End of Quantitative Tightening (QT) โ which could inject liquidity back into the financial system
3. Future Guidance: Powellโs tone will decide whether more rate cuts are coming or not
๐ Market Expectations:
๐ต Rate Cut = Bullish Signal:
Lower interest rates mean cheaper borrowing and more liquidity โ bullish for crypto, stocks, and gold.
๐ฌ QT Ending = Extra Fuel:
If the Fed confirms an end to balance-sheet reduction, markets may explode upward.
โ ๏ธ But Beware the Tone:
If Powell stays hawkish (worried about inflation), short-term volatility and a pullback are possible.
๐ How It Impacts Markets:
Crypto: BTC and ETH may see massive price swings โ both directions possible within minutes.
Stocks: U.S. indices (NASDAQ, S&P500) could rally if the Fed sounds dovish.
Dollar Index (DXY): Likely to weaken on a rate cut, supporting risk assets.
Gold & Bonds: Usually gain as yields drop.
๐ Final Thoughts:
Traders, get ready for massive volatility tonight!
The FOMC decision could set the tone for the rest of Q4, deciding whether we end the year with a bull run or a correction.
Stay sharp โ liquidity, leverage, and timing will matter most tonight! โก
