Fed Decides on Cutting Rates on 7th of May: Crypto Markets Poised for Volatility

Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe shared a chart indicating that 97.2% of market participants expect the Fed to hold rates steady at the current target of 4.25% to 4.50%. Only 2.8% believe a cut to 4.00%-4.25% is possible, and 0% expect a rate hike.

This data—pulled from the Fed Funds Futures market—underscores a strong consensus that the central bank will remain in a holding pattern, prioritizing inflation control over economic stimulation for now.

A Surprise Could Shake the Market

Despite the overwhelming odds, van de Poppe notes:

“Would be a great surprise for the markets if a rate cut does happen.”

Indeed, any deviation from expectations—especially a surprise rate cut—could send shockwaves through equities, crypto, and bond markets, igniting short-term volatility and possibly sparking bullish momentum in risk assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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Why It Matters for Crypto

Interest rate decisions significantly influence liquidity and risk appetite in markets. A rate hold signals a neutral stance, whereas a cut often injects optimism into speculative assets, making this decision particularly pivotal for the crypto sector.

As the Fed prepares to make its move, all eyes remain fixed on Wednesday.

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