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Bitcoin and Crypto Brace for Market-Shaking Fed Decision
The Federal Reserve’s September policy meeting could set the tone for crypto markets into year-end.
Fed Meeting Takes Center Stage
Bitcoin hovers near $116,500 and Ether around $4,660 as the market braces for the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision on September 17. This week is macro-heavy, with the Fed releasing:
- Policy statement (Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. ET)
- Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference (Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. ET)
- Fresh Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) and dot plot
Futures markets are pricing in a 25-basis-point rate cut as the base case, with little expectation of a larger move. The bigger question: will Powell signal a steady path of easing into 2026 or a slower, data-dependent approach?
Why the Dot Plot Matters
The Fed’s quarterly dot plot will be pivotal for Bitcoin and broader risk assets.
- A lower 2025 median projection and softer inflation tracks would signal easier conditions for markets.
- A shallower cut path or higher neutral rate (r)* would imply tighter conditions ahead.
Powell’s press conference could validate market optimism if he highlights labor-market cooling. But a focus on inflation risks or financial stability might cap crypto’s rally.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity
The Fed has slowed quantitative tightening (QT), reducing Treasury redemptions from $25B to $5B monthly. This easing supports dollar liquidity, which in turn:
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- Benefits high-beta assets like Bitcoin
- Amplifies the impact of rate cuts on crypto markets
Global Central Banks Join In
The Fed isn’t the only decision-maker this week:
- Bank of England (Sept 18): No immediate rate change expected, but QT adjustments could ripple through global markets.
- Bank of Japan (Sept 18–19): Policy shifts in Tokyo may affect US yields via yen moves, indirectly shaping crypto appetite.
Impact on Crypto
The macro transmission to crypto is clear:
- Dovish outcome: Lower rates, softer dot plot, and easier liquidity conditions = bullish for Bitcoin and altcoins.
- Hawkish surprise: Fewer cuts or higher neutral rate = stronger dollar, weaker crypto.
With Fed, BoE, and BoJ decisions compressed into 48 hours, macro forces will overshadow crypto’s internal narratives this week.
Why This Matters
Crypto trades as a high-beta risk asset in a macro-driven market. The Fed’s decision—especially its rate path into 2026—could either fuel Bitcoin’s rally or trigger a post-event sell-off.
This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Bitcoinist
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Bank of England Stablecoin Limits Slammed by UK Crypto Groups
Industry advocates warn caps on digital pound holdings would be costly, impractical, and leave the UK trailing global competitors.
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Crypto Industry Pushback
The Bank of England’s proposal to cap individual stablecoin holdings between £5,000 and £20,000 has drawn sharp criticism from UK crypto and payments groups.
- Coinbase policy head Tom Duff Gordon warned the move would hurt UK savers and weaken the pound.
- Simon Jennings of the UK Cryptoasset Business Council (UKCBC) argued caps “don’t work in practice,” since issuers cannot track individual holdings without a complex new system.
- Jennings also stressed that the plan would hinder a proposed transatlantic stablecoin corridor between the US and UK.
Regulators’ Concerns
UK regulators fear that widespread stablecoin adoption could destabilize traditional finance through:
- Currency substitution – foreign-denominated stablecoins undermining the pound.
- Bank runs – if stablecoins offer yields more attractive than bank deposits.
The Bank of England’s caution mirrors European concerns. ECB President Christine Lagarde recently warned that US stablecoin policies could pull euro deposits abroad, strengthening the dollar in global payments.
Global Competition at Stake
The debate highlights a growing policy divide:
- No other major jurisdiction has imposed individual stablecoin caps.
- Former UK chancellor George Osborne warned the UK is falling behind in digital assets, especially stablecoins.
- Some in the industry argue banks should adapt by offering higher yields rather than seeking regulatory shields.
Why This Matters
The outcome of this debate will determine whether the UK cements itself as a global hub for digital payments or slips behind the US and Europe. Stablecoins are no longer a niche issue—they are at the center of monetary sovereignty, cross-border trade, and banking competition.
This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Cointelegraph
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BRICS News: Trump Targets China With 100% Tariffs on Russian Oil
Proposed tariffs escalate economic confrontation with China, Russia, and BRICS energy trade alliances.
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Trump’s Tariff Strategy Hits BRICS Energy Flows
President Trump unveiled a plan to impose 50% to 100% tariffs on Chinese purchases of Russian oil, directly targeting BRICS energy trade.
- Trump argued tariffs would “break China’s grip” over Russia.
- The measures would only be withdrawn if the Russia-U*****e war ends.
- China, Russia’s largest oil customer, conducts much of this trade in yuan through long-term agreements.
NATO Allies Under Pressure
The tariffs are not limited to China. Trump also called on NATO members to halt Russian oil purchases.
- Turkey, Hungary, and Slovakia remain key NATO buyers of Russian petroleum.
- Trump warned their energy ties “greatly weaken bargaining power over Russia.”
- A NATO oil ban is now under discussion, adding pressure on alliance unity.
Escalation Follows Familiar Trade Pattern
This push builds on earlier tariff escalations:
- Trump previously imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese goods.
- China retaliated with 125% import taxes on U.S. exports.
- Current tariff rates remain at 30% (U.S.) and 10% (China), though Trump has already hit India’s Russian oil purchases with 50% tariffs.
Global Response and Market Risk
The geopolitical stakes are rising:
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Russian drones entering Poland could be “highly escalatory.”
- Ambassador Dorothy Shea told the U.N. Security Council, “America will defend every inch of NATO territory.”
- The U.K. sanctioned 70 vessels transporting Russian petroleum, targeting businesses in China and Turkey.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the G7 to cut off revenues funding Russia’s war.
Why This Matters
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Chinese-Russian energy flows—combined with possible NATO oil bans—represent one of the boldest economic pressure campaigns yet. If implemented, it would reshape global trade flows, energy security, and BRICS strategies, directly pitting Western alliances against the bloc’s resource ties.
This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Watcher Guru
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Source: Dinar Recaps
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