With an 84% probability of a 25BP rate cut, the market is bracing for one of the most impactful events of the year. But the real question is: Will the market sustain the pump—or fade? Let’s decode it in simple layers Layer 1: Instant Reaction — Pure Volatility The moment the rate cut hits the screen: Algorithms fire instantly BTC, ETH, and stocks jump within seconds Shorts get squeezed Liquidity thins → sharp wicks up & down The first 1–5 minutes are noise, not direction. Layer 2: Powell Decides the Real Trend The press conference determines what happens next. If Powell sounds positive: “Inflation is easing.” “More cuts possible.” “Economic outlook improving.” Market goes UP, and the bullish trend continues. If Powell sounds cautious: “Not committing to more cuts.” “Inflation risks remain.” “Data-driven decisions.” Market: Pumps → Dumps → Sideways. Layer 3: Why Crypto Reacts the Fastest Crypto exaggerates macro reactions because: Highly liquidity-sensitive Funding rates flip instantly Whales trade aggressively on volatility So even a mild cut triggers strong moves. My Final Prediction Based on the high probability of a cut: ✔ Initial move = UP (fast reaction) ✔ Continuation depends entirely on Powell’s tone If Powell hints at future easing → BIG bullish wave If Powell stays cautious → Pump → Retracement Stay ready. This FOMC could set the tone for the entire Q1 2025 market trend.
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#FedRateCutPrediction, What Will Really Happen After the Fed Rate Cut?
With an 84% probability of a 25BP rate cut, the market is bracing for one of the most impactful events of the year. But the real question is: Will the market sustain the pump—or fade?
Let’s decode it in simple layers Layer 1: Instant Reaction — Pure Volatility
The moment the rate cut hits the screen:
Algorithms fire instantly
BTC, ETH, and stocks jump within seconds
Shorts get squeezed
Liquidity thins → sharp wicks up & down
The first 1–5 minutes are noise, not direction.
Layer 2: Powell Decides the Real Trend
The press conference determines what happens next.
If Powell sounds positive:
“Inflation is easing.”
“More cuts possible.”
“Economic outlook improving.”
Market goes UP, and the bullish trend continues.
If Powell sounds cautious:
“Not committing to more cuts.”
“Inflation risks remain.”
“Data-driven decisions.”
Market: Pumps → Dumps → Sideways.
Layer 3: Why Crypto Reacts the Fastest
Crypto exaggerates macro reactions because:
Highly liquidity-sensitive
Funding rates flip instantly
Whales trade aggressively on volatility
So even a mild cut triggers strong moves.
My Final Prediction
Based on the high probability of a cut:
✔ Initial move = UP (fast reaction)
✔ Continuation depends entirely on Powell’s tone
If Powell hints at future easing → BIG bullish wave
If Powell stays cautious → Pump → Retracement
Stay ready. This FOMC could set the tone for the entire Q1 2025 market trend.