On September 18, the US Federal Reserve made a notable move by cutting interest rates by 50 basis points, marking the start of a new easing cycle.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell explained that this decision was based on the economy’s overall strength and a belief that inflation will soon align with the 2% target.
Despite concerns about job market stability, Powell reported no significant increase in unemployment claims or layoffs.
The Fed plans additional cuts, with two more 25-basis-point reductions this year and further decreases in 2025 and 2026.
Economist Alex Krüger sees this move as a sign of proactive management, with positive implications for both stocks and cryptocurrencies.
Following the announcement, the stock and crypto markets, including Bitcoin, saw gains.
Krüger also noted that Bitcoin’s performance could be influenced by the upcoming US presidential election, advising investors to watch for potential changes based on election outcomes.
Economist Peter Schiff isn’t buying the fanfare around the latest U.S.-China tariff deal. In his view, Washington just blinked.
Global markets are gaining traction after the U.S. and China struck a short-term trade deal, dialing down tariffs to 10% for a 90-day period starting May 14.
China is making quiet but decisive moves to elevate the yuan’s status in global finance, leveraging recent geopolitical shifts and trade negotiations to boost the currency’s reach.
A wave of optimism swept through global markets as the United States and China took decisive steps to de-escalate their long-running trade dispute.