2025-12-31 00:24:33

【FOMC Divisions Widen, Rate Cut Outlook Changes】

As of December 31st, the latest news indicates that the situation is a bit delicate based on the minutes of the Federal Reserve meeting released on Tuesday. The decision at last month's meeting was clear, but there was underlying tension among the attending officials—many of them showed reservations about continuing to ease policy. What does this mean? In plain terms, a rate cut at the January meeting might not be as straightforward as before.

Why is this happening? The core reason is quite sobering: the persistence of inflation has exceeded the Fed's expectations. They previously thought inflation could be alleviated quickly, but it now seems they were a bit naive. Coupled with recent economic data showing that consumer spending remains strong and economic growth is accelerating. Although the unemployment rate has slightly risen, it’s not enough to change the overall picture.

The issue is: strong economic data means there’s no rush to cut rates. Additionally, new economic data will be released in January, which is likely to further influence Fed officials’ judgments. In other words, the upcoming weeks’ data could completely rewrite the pace of rate cuts. For the crypto market, this turning point warrants close attention.

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Degentleman

· 6h ago

The Federal Reserve is really about to change its tune this time. They previously agreed to cut interest rates, but now they're hesitating. Inflation, this guy, just won't end.

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DegenApeSurfer

· 6h ago

The Federal Reserve is playing psychological games again; interest rate cuts are gone.

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AllInAlice

· 6h ago

Coming back with the same trick? The Federal Reserve pretends to cut interest rates, then immediately sabotages it—typical of the left hand fighting the right hand. January is definitely a wash.

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WalletAnxietyPatient

· 6h ago

Here we go again, the Federal Reserve is playing psychological games... No chance of interest rate cuts, buddy. --- Inflation hasn't come down, the interest rate cut dream is shattered. I know this rhythm too well. --- Wait and see, January data will be the real game-changer. --- Strong economy = no rate cuts? What about my coins... --- See? I knew it wouldn't be that smooth, just a fake breakout. --- Strong consumer spending sounds good, but our wallets don't see it that way. --- The Fed folks are more unpredictable in their statements than I am in trading.

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Blockwatcher9000

· 6h ago

The Federal Reserve is fighting among itself again. No chance of interest rate cuts, everyone. The economic data is too strong to handle.

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StablecoinAnxiety

· 6h ago

Here we go again, the Federal Reserve is playing the "promise to cut rates" trick... --- With inflation so sticky, no wonder Powell is hesitant; it's highly likely they'll stay put in January again. --- Consumers are so strong, and they still want to cut rates. The Fed's thinking is really... Forget it, I'll just hold cash and watch. --- Data is king. If this week's employment report is even stronger, our downward trend will have to continue. --- Wait, strong economy = no rate cuts, so what's going on with this rebound in the crypto market? Why do I still feel a bit anxious? --- Honestly, inflation is just a trick; even the Fed hasn't figured it out themselves. --- Why stress? Whether they cut or not has long been reflected in the economic data. Just follow the data. --- If January really doesn't see a cut, my stablecoins might have to stay warm for a while...

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