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LATEST NEWS: Here is the FOMC statement released after interest rates were left unchanged!

At its July meeting, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged in the 3.50–3.75 percent range. The decision was approved by a vote of 9 to 3, with three policymakers dissenting in favor of a 25 basis point hike, signaling heightened internal support for tighter policy within the central bank. The dissenting votes underscored the hawkish stance of the decision. The Fed stated that U.S. economic activity continues to expand at a solid pace while inflation remains above the 2% target, partly due to recent shocks. The statement noted that job gains have kept pace with labor supply growth and the unemployment rate has remained low. It also highlighted that productivity and capital investment growth remain strong. The Federal Reserve affirmed it will continue to maintain ample reserve levels in the banking system. The FOMC stated it will keep closely monitoring incoming data and risks in pursuit of its goals of price stability and maximum employment.

cryptonews.ru22h ago

LATEST NEWS: Here is the FOMC statement released after interest rates were left unchanged!

cryptonews.ru22h ago

Unexpected Event in XRP: Grayscale CEO to Sell XRP Purchased Before Listing!

Grayscale CEO Peter Mintzberg has filed with the SEC to sell 2,611 shares of the Grayscale XRP Trust (GXRP) for a total value of $53,394.95. He initially acquired these shares in a private purchase from the trust on October 3, 2024, well before GXRP became a publicly traded XRP-based ETF. The sale will be executed via Cantor Fitzgerald on NYSE Arca. Mintzberg follows other Grayscale executives, including founder Barry Silbert and Chief Legal Officer Craig Salm, who also sold portions of their GXRP holdings prior to the trust's public listing. Market analysts suggest this insider selling is aimed at reducing exposure to XRP due to concerns over potential Federal Reserve rate hikes and delays in the Clarity Act legislation. The GXRP trust was launched via a private placement in September 2024, allowing insiders early access to shares.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 16:36

Unexpected Event in XRP: Grayscale CEO to Sell XRP Purchased Before Listing!

cryptonews.ruYesterday 16:36

Frequent Trading Halts in the Korean Stock Market: Is a Global Financial Crisis Really Coming?

**Title: Frequent Circuit Breakers in South Korean Stock Market: Is a Global Financial Crisis Imminent?** This article examines the recent spate of trading halts in South Korea's stock market as a potential early warning sign for broader global financial instability. The author argues that due to its highly open and liquid capital markets with significant foreign ownership, South Korea often acts as the world's "spare cash pool." International institutions tend to sell their highly liquid Korean holdings first during global liquidity crunches to raise capital for domestic needs, irrespective of Korea's own economic fundamentals. Historically, Korean market stress preceded major crises like the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis, the 2000 Dot-com crash, the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, and the 2020 pandemic crash. The current trigger involves a semiconductor bubble and high domestic leverage, but the core issue is global capital withdrawal signaling tightening liquidity. Whether this evolves into a full-blown crisis hinges on the US Federal Reserve. If the Fed can and will intervene with supportive policies (like rate cuts), a crisis might be averted as in 2020. If not, contagion could spread. For individual investors, the key takeaway is not predicting the crisis but preparing for volatility. Recommendations include: avoiding high leverage, maintaining a significant cash reserve (e.g., 40%) for buying opportunities during market declines, and holding core long-term positions (e.g., 60% in indices like S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100). The author advocates for consistent investment through strategies like dollar-cost averaging, emphasizing that staying invested over decades has historically yielded positive returns despite high valuations or periodic crashes. The conclusion is to stay in the market, manage risk, and have dry powder ready instead of attempting to time the market perfectly.

marsbitYesterday 10:21

Frequent Trading Halts in the Korean Stock Market: Is a Global Financial Crisis Really Coming?

marsbitYesterday 10:21

Prediction Markets Advise Holding Positions, While Citadel Securities Forecasts Fed Rate Hike Amid Trump Pressure on Central Bank

The U.S. Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting on July 28-29 is the main focus, with markets largely expecting interest rates to hold steady at 3.50-3.75%. CME's FedWatch tool gives a 66.3% probability for no change, while prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket show ~73% odds for unchanged rates. However, Citadel Securities' head of macro strategy, Frank Flight, predicts a surprise 25-basis-point hike to reinforce the Fed's inflation-fighting credibility under Chair Warsch. This meeting occurs amid political pressure, as former President Trump again called for rate cuts. Persistent inflation, driven partly by energy costs, and Middle East-related oil price volatility add uncertainty. The outcome is significant for Bitcoin and risk assets, which typically see larger moves when the Fed acts against consensus expectations. An unexpected hike could strengthen the dollar and pressure crypto prices, while a hold would shift market focus to the September meeting.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 13:51

Prediction Markets Advise Holding Positions, While Citadel Securities Forecasts Fed Rate Hike Amid Trump Pressure on Central Bank

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 13:51

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $64,000 Again, with $100 Million Liquidated in an Hour

The price of Bitcoin has once again fallen below the $64,000 mark, with approximately $100 million in positions liquidated within just one hour. This level has been a battleground for traders in late July, following similar liquidations earlier in the week. The sell-off coincided with a sharp 8% drop in South Korea's KOSPI index, triggered by a slump in semiconductor stocks, highlighting the continued correlation between crypto and tech stocks as high-beta assets. Traders are now focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve policy decision, with rates expected to remain unchanged. Other potential catalysts include a U.S. digital asset market transparency bill vote and two anticipated Bitcoin forks in August. Despite recent pressure, options and leverage data show concentrated bets on a recovery toward the $65,000-$70,000 range. However, weak inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs and a major firm's decision to hold cash instead of buying more Bitcoin are cited as near-term headwinds testing the current support level.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 07:56

Bitcoin Price Drops Below $64,000 Again, with $100 Million Liquidated in an Hour

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 07:56

New Fire Research Institute: Macroeconomic Turmoil as Oil Prices and Bond Yields Soar, Crypto Market Resilience Stands Out

Amidst a week of heightened market uncertainty marked by Brent crude surpassing $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022, the 10-year Treasury yield breaking above 4.7%, and a sharp sell-off in major tech stocks, the cryptocurrency market displayed notable resilience. The core driver was escalating Middle East tensions, which pushed up oil prices, reshaped inflation expectations, and increased the likelihood of future Fed rate hikes. A tight labor market further supports the central bank's hawkish stance. Despite this macro pressure, several industry developments emerged. Support from traditional finance for regulatory clarity and the launch of a new crypto index (excluding Bitcoin) signaled potential institutional pathways. However, the market also saw contraction, with declining derivatives volume and Bitcoin ETF outflows, while ETH ETFs showed relative strength. Technically, Bitcoin maintains an uptrend above key support levels but faces resistance, with indicators suggesting a neutral, directionless market. The outlook hinges on the interplay of oil prices, interest rates, and regulation. While crypto has shown韧性, its near-term trajectory remains more dependent on macro and capital flows than fundamental catalysts, with key upcoming tests including the FOMC meeting and economic data.

marsbit2 days ago 07:31

New Fire Research Institute: Macroeconomic Turmoil as Oil Prices and Bond Yields Soar, Crypto Market Resilience Stands Out

marsbit2 days ago 07:31

Ahead of the interest rate decision on Wednesday, Trump made a sharp statement: 'We should have the lowest interest rate in the world'

President Trump renewed his call for the U.S. Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, stating the U.S. should have the world's lowest rates. He accused Fed board members of political motives, specifically calling for Kevin Warsh's cooperation. His comments come ahead of this week's Fed rate decision, which he argues would boost the economy. Trump also commented on foreign policy, stating negotiations with Iran are ongoing but time is limited, warning of a potential "very powerful" military operation if diplomacy fails. He mentioned disagreements with Israeli PM Netanyahu regarding Iran and said he would ask Russian President Putin for information on alleged satellite imagery supplied to Iran. Separately, Goldman Sachs noted that increased oil market volatility is shifting investor focus from corporate balance sheets to broader macroeconomic risks like inflation, rates, and growth. The bank expects the Fed to hold rates steady this week but sees markets pricing in tighter future policy.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 19:51

Ahead of the interest rate decision on Wednesday, Trump made a sharp statement: 'We should have the lowest interest rate in the world'

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 19:51

Crypto Outperforming Stocks: How Digital Assets Are Withstanding Macroeconomic Pressure

Crypto Outperforms Stocks Amid Macro Pressure Trading firm QCP Capital's report analyzes the divergent performance of crypto and stock markets ahead of the July 29 FOMC meeting. While major US stock indexes showed mixed results, with tech weakness pressuring the Nasdaq, crypto assets like Bitcoin (up ~11.6% in July) and Ethereum (up ~24.6%) have outperformed despite a challenging macro backdrop, including rising Treasury yields and risk-off sentiment. Key focus points include the upcoming Fed decision and commentary from Chair Kevin Warsh, which could signal the regulator's stance on inflation and growth. Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw a net outflow of ~$311 million on July 24, ending a seven-day inflow streak, highlighting shifting institutional sentiment. Option market data reveals increased demand for downside protection, indicating caution, though constructive long-term positioning remains. Implied volatility for Ethereum trades at a premium to Bitcoin, and perpetual funding rates stay positive. The week's key events are the FOMC decision, Treasury yield movements, ETF flow trends, and US regulatory developments like the CLARITY Act. The market balances crypto's resilience against growing option market caution, with the Fed's decision poised to tip the scales. Analysis compares the current Fed pause to historical rate-cutting cycles, questioning whether crypto's strength can persist if monetary policy tightening persists.

cryptonews.ru07/27 13:56

Crypto Outperforming Stocks: How Digital Assets Are Withstanding Macroeconomic Pressure

cryptonews.ru07/27 13:56

Mysterious Whale Bets $2.5 Billion on BTC Surpassing $72,000 by August, $70,000 Mark Becomes Key

An anonymous trader executed a large bullish spread on Deribit, buying 20,000 Bitcoin call options with a $70,000 strike price and simultaneously selling 20,000 calls with a $72,000 strike. The trade, with a notional value of $2.5 billion, expires on July 31st—just two days after the upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting. This structure positions for Bitcoin's price to rise above $70,000 by expiry, capping gains at $72,000. Bitcoin currently trades around $64,289, requiring a roughly 9% surge to reach the lower strike. The trade faces immediate obstacles, including key on-chain resistance near $69,000 and volatile inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have seen recent large daily outflows. Market predictions provide contrasting context, with some institutional analyses setting short-term support levels as low as $58,000-$59,000, while others maintain long-term bullish year-end targets. The outcome hinges on whether post-Fed demand can overcome these technical and ETF flow hurdles within the trade's brief 10-day window.

marsbit07/21 06:25

Mysterious Whale Bets $2.5 Billion on BTC Surpassing $72,000 by August, $70,000 Mark Becomes Key

marsbit07/21 06:25

What’s next as GENIUS Act misses first major rulemaking deadline?

The GENIUS Act, the U.S. stablecoin framework passed in July 2027, has missed its first major rulemaking deadline. Regulators, including the Federal Reserve, were required to finalize rules by July 18, 2027, but none of the 10 related proposals have been officially completed. Six are past the comment period, while four remain open. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh indicated final rules could be issued imminently. The banking industry has expressed concerns about the legislation creating an uneven playing field. Despite the regulatory delay, the stablecoin market has responded positively, with total supply growing from $250 billion to over $300 billion since the law's passage, and firms like Fidelity launching new offerings. Senator Bill Hagerty, a co-sponsor, hailed the act as a "watershed moment" for U.S. leadership in digital assets.

ambcrypto07/18 18:02

What’s next as GENIUS Act misses first major rulemaking deadline?

ambcrypto07/18 18:02

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