FOMC Meeting & Jerome Powell: What It Means for Crypto
Today’s FOMC meeting (Federal Open Market Committee) has the markets on edge. Every word from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell carries weight — not just for stocks and bonds, but also for crypto.
Here’s why:
Powell’s statements on interest rates, inflation, or economic outlook shape market sentiment.
If he signals continued high rates or a more hawkish stance, risk assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoins often face selling pressure.
If Powell hints at rate cuts or a more dovish outlook, crypto tends to rally as liquidity expectations rise.
Key impacts to watch on BTC & altcoins:
BTC is often the first to react, pulling the whole market with it.
A hawkish Powell = potential BTC pullback, increased volatility.
A dovish Powell = BTC breakout potential, altcoins may follow with sharper percentage gains.
