Powell Hints at Rate Cuts as Fed Balances Risks and Inflation Fears
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s address at the central bank’s annual Jackson Hole symposium has provided the strongest indication yet that conditions could soon justify interest rate cuts. While Powell stopped short of explicitly endorsing imminent easing, his carefully calibrated remarks suggested the Fed is edging towards policy adjustments as
Crypto Markets on Edge: Key Events That Could Shake BTC This Week
Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade below the psychological $100,000 mark, frustrating traders with its lackluster performance. However, several major events this week could trigger volatility in the crypto markets. From the long-awaited FTX payout to a Trump-Musk interview and crucial FOMC minutes, here’s what investors need to watch. FTX Payout:
Fed Holds Rates Steady: What It Means for Crypto and Risk Assets
The Federal Reserve (Fed) is set to hold interest rates unchanged at its first meeting of 2025, with markets bracing for any signals on future monetary policy. While the decision to maintain the current target range of 4.25%-4.5% has been widely anticipated, Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s commentary on key economic
