Rate cuts in 3 days?

Hello!

This week something big happened in the financial markets. The odds for a rate cut in September by the Federal Reserve are now at almost 100%. Traders, analysts, and investors are all convinced that Jerome Powell and his team will reduce interest rates soon. This is not a small move, because it shows how much pressure is building inside the system.

See source: https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html

Why is this important? Because lowering interest rates means cheaper money. When money is cheaper, people and companies can borrow more. That usually gives a boost to the stock market, housing, and other assets. Investors are already expecting this and you can see the optimism building in equities. But also, it is a sign that something is not healthy in the economy. The Fed is forced to act because growth is slowing, debt is heavy, and they don’t want a collapse.

For Bitcoin, this is another clear signal. Every time central banks push the money printer or cut rates, hard assets shine. Bitcoin is the hardest of all. There is no central bank, no chairman, no committee deciding the supply. Only 21 million, forever. When fiat gets weaker, Bitcoin gets stronger.

Some people believe that a rate cut will push Bitcoin price up very fast, maybe even to new all-time highs in the coming months. Others say first stocks will pump and Bitcoin will follow later. What seems clear is that liquidity is fuel, and Bitcoin loves liquidity.

Of course, nothing is guaranteed. Markets can be volatile, and short-term corrections are always possible. But the long-term direction is obvious: when the Fed shows weakness, Bitcoin shows strength.

This September will be very interesting. If the Fed cuts, it can be the start of the next big leg up for Bitcoin.

Stay ready, stay strong, and enjoy the remaining of the weekend with family and friends. The markets will be there on Monday!
Cheers!

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