# Fed

‍#MacroWatchFedChairPick
With holiday trading volumes thin, market liquidity is
fragile—and the biggest catalyst on the horizon is Trump’s upcoming Fed Chair
nomination. Kevin Hassett is currently the frontrunner, but the market isn't
just betting on a name; it's betting on the 2025 rate path.
Here is how a Hawkish vs. Dovish pick reshapes rate
expectations and what it means for Bitcoin. 👇
The "Hawk" Scenario (e.g., Kevin
Warsh, or a holdover like Powell) If Trump opts for a discipline-first
inflation fighter, the market reprices for "Higher for
Longer."
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2025 Rates: Expectations

#Fed Rate Cut Ahead
💥 Analytics: Fed rate cut ≠ Market rallyToday at 3:00 PM ET the Fed will announce its rate decision. AA 0.25% cut is expected most likely — futures put the probability at 90%. This would be the first rate cut since December 2024.
—What to understand
The market has already “priced in” this move: the S&P 500 is up 6% in recent weeks, and 10-year Treasury yields have dropped almost 40 bps.
That’s why a simple cut is unlikely to spark another rally —all eyes will be on Powell’s comments.
🔥 The key focus
Powell’s press conference will decide the market’s reaction:
+ Positive:

🚨 Gate Post — Fed Rate Cut Sparks Altcoin Rally 🚨
Headline: Fed Cuts Rates by 25bps — Altcoins Surge, APX Up 309%
Body (short post):The U.S. Federal Reserve has just cut interest rates by 25 basis points, marking a pivotal shift in monetary policy. Crypto markets reacted immediately — altcoins surged across the board, with APX soaring over 309% in 24 hours. Lower borrowing costs and increased liquidity are drawing investors back into risk assets, sparking renewed momentum in the crypto space.
What’s next? Traders are watching whether the Fed will cut rates again at the next meeting, and whic

#Fed Cuts Rates by 25bps, Altcoins Rally, APX Up Over 309% in 24h
The Fed’s 25bps rate cut sparked an altcoin rally, with liquidity flowing into high-risk assets. Among the standout performers, APX surged over 309% in 24 hours, becoming the market’s top gainer. Traders attributed the spike to speculative inflows and renewed confidence in altcoin markets following the Fed’s dovish stance. While gains are eye-catching, analysts warn of heightened volatility and the potential for sharp corrections.#Fed Cuts Rates By 25 Bps #Gate Square Mid Autumn Creator Incentive