Markets Brace for FOMC

DAILY MARKET OVERVIEW

Bitcoin Above $84K, XRP Explodes, and All Eyes on the Fed’s Next Move

👋 Hey Crypto Traders! Big day ahead as all eyes are on the FOMC rate statement, which could set the tone for the markets in the coming weeks. Let’s break it down!

🟢 The market is waking up in a big way today. Bitcoin has pushed past $84,000, Ethereum is back above $2,000, and the big headline - XRP is soaring to $2.50 after a long legal battle with the SEC finally came to an end.

After four years of uncertainty and nearly $15 billion in losses, the U.S. SEC has officially dropped its lawsuit against Ripple. This marks a huge win for XRP holders, removing a major regulatory overhang that has weighed on the asset since late 2020.

At the same time, all eyes are on today’s FOMC meeting, as investors speculate on a potential shift in the Federal Reserve’s approach to Quantitative Tightening (QT). With recent macroeconomic data showing no major surprises, the market is cautiously optimistic, but will the Fed’s next move fuel or stall the current rally?

📊 Market Overview: Bitcoin Holds Strong as Optimism Grows

Today’s market action is being driven by a mix of bullish sentiment and cautious anticipation.

✔️ Bitcoin holds above $84,000, showing resilience ahead of the FOMC decision

✔️ Ethereum reclaims $2,000, but still underperforms BTC in the broader rally

✔️ XRP jumps 15%+, benefiting from the SEC dropping its lawsuit

✔️ Macro events stable for now:

• The Bank of Japan kept rates at 0.5%, as expected

• Eurozone inflation (CPI YoY) came in slightly lower than forecast, keeping inflation concerns muted

While altcoins remain mixed, the return of capital into Bitcoin and Ethereum signals that risk appetite is picking up. Whether this momentum sustains depends on what the Federal Reserve signals later today.

🔍 FOMC Meeting: Will QT Finally Slow Down?

Markets widely expect the Fed to hold rates steady, but the real focus is on QT (Quantitative Tightening) - the Fed’s effort to shrink its balance sheet.

Historically, markets perform best once QT ends, as it allows for increased liquidity and easier financial conditions. The Fed’s previous guidance suggested QT would continue until mid-2025, but speculation is growing that they could slow or even end it sooner.

📌 Key Factors at Play:

🔹 No FOMC Meeting in April → Today’s meeting will set the tone for the next two months.

🔹 April 2nd Trade Tariffs → Trump's reciprocal tariffs go into effect, adding further uncertainty to global markets.

🔹 Debt Market Concerns → With rising U.S. debt issuance, liquidity pressures could force the Fed to adjust its approach.

How This Could Play Out:

✔️ If the Fed signals QT is slowing: Risk assets (including crypto) could rally further.
✔️ If the Fed stays hawkish: Markets could sell off, unwinding today’s gains.
✔️ If QT ends sooner than expected: This could be the biggest catalyst for crypto in months.

Investors are on edge, waiting for Powell’s press conference to read between the lines of the Fed’s message.

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Crypto X Picks Up on Fed Signals

A subtle but important tweet from Nick Timiraos, the chief Federal Reserve reporter at The Wall Street Journal, has crypto investors excited.

Known as the "Fed Whisperer", his posts often hint at what the central bank is thinking before official statements are made.

What He Said & Why It Matters

📝 Timiraos pointed out that the Fed already slowed QT last year and may be considering another tweak.

✔️ "Slowed down QT last year" → Suggests they’ve already been cautious about reducing liquidity too aggressively.

✔️ "Another tweak" → Hints that further slowing or a full pause could be in discussion.

✔️ "Debt limit concerns" → Could mean the Fed is watching liquidity closely, leaving the door open for adjustments.

✔️ "Avoid market disruptions" → Reinforces that the Fed doesn’t want to create instability.

💡 Market Interpretation:

Investors are seeing this as a sign that QT could be nearing its end, even if the Fed doesn’t explicitly say so today.

📈 How Crypto Responded:

• The market is seeing renewed optimism with green across the board

• Traders are now pricing in a higher chance of policy easing later in the year.

However, nothing is guaranteed, and if Powell dismisses concerns about QT, the market could quickly reverse.

NEWS OVERVIEW

The Latest Crypto Headlines 📰 

North Carolina Moves to Establish Bitcoin Reserve
A new Senate bill proposes allocating 10% of public funds to Bitcoin, reinforcing North Carolina’s position in the state-level crypto adoption movement.

Solana Futures Debut on CME with Modest Trading Volume
Solana futures launched on the CME, generating $12.3 million in trading volume, far below Bitcoin and Ethereum’s debut figures.

EOS Rebrands as Vaulta, Targets Web3 Banking Market
EOS is rebranding to Vaulta, shifting towards Web3 banking solutions while offering smart contract upgrades and DeFi integrations.

Coinbase Introduces Verified Pools for Transparent Onchain Liquidity
Coinbase has launched KYC-compliant liquidity pools, allowing institutions to trade securely while maintaining onchain transparency.

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Summary From The Top Influencers 📷️ 

Ivan On Tech - BITCOIN: BULL MARKET STATUS!!!! (how bad is this) (19.03.2025 Summary)

🔹 Is the Bull Market Over? – Here’s What Ivan Thinks

Bitcoin is bouncing around $83K, and many are panicking over the recent drop. Ivan On Tech says this correction is normal, not a sign of a bear market.

1. Market Correction – Is It Time to Worry?

📉 Bitcoin is down 23% from its peak (at worst, it was 30%).

📌 Key Levels:
✅ Above $80K – Still bullish
⚠️ Low $60Ks – Bearish territory
🚨 Below 2024 highs – Major risk for a deeper correction

2. Institutions vs. Retail – Who’s Right?

👀 Institutions and governments are bullish, while retail investors panic.

• The White House and figures like Eric Trump are openly supporting Bitcoin.

• Crypto natives are scared because of past bear markets.

• Institutions see the bigger picture – They’re buying while retail sells.

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3. The Bigger Shift – Bitcoin’s New Adoption Phase

📌 Crypto is moving from ideation to implementation.

✅ Stablecoins – Payments adoption is growing.
✅ DeFi + TradFi merging – Coinbase integrating on-chain trading with KYC pools.
✅ Regulation clarity – SEC lawsuits are gone, making it easier to build in crypto.

The hype-driven NFT & meme coin days are fading. The next wave? Real adoption at scale.

4. How the Market is Manipulated – Big Players at Work

Ivan warns: Smart money moves against retail sentiment.

• Market makers trigger fear-based sell-offs to accumulate more Bitcoin.

• Fake breakdowns often happen before major rallies.

History shows: When everyone panics, that’s when institutions buy.

5. Global Macro Trends – Why Bitcoin is the Hedge

🔸 Governments are turning on the money printers again.

• Germany just approved $1 trillion in new debt.

• The U.S. is preparing for more liquidity injections.

• Bitcoin thrives in inflationary environments.

📌 Takeaway: The bull market isn’t over. Bitcoin remains strong, but expect short-term manipulation before the next breakout.

CryptoRUs- [URGENT] Bitcoin and Markets Will Bottom When This Happens (19.03.2025 Summary)

🔹 The Market Is Crashing on Purpose?

CryptoRUs (George) believes the current market drop is planned – a strategy to reset the economy before a major pivot.

1. The Bigger Picture – It’s All About the U.S. Economy

📌 Two key targets signal a market bottom:

📉 10-Year Treasury Yield → Must drop to 3.64%
📉 US Dollar (DXY) → Needs to hit 100

Why? Lower yields and a weaker dollar boost exports, corporate profits, and risk assets (including Bitcoin).

2. The Strategy – Why The Crash Is Intentional

🔹 Who’s Behind It?

• Treasury Secretary Scott Benson – A macro hedge fund expert.

• Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick – A Wall Street veteran.

They know: Short-term market pain = long-term economic recovery.

The goal? Drop rates, weaken the dollar, and then unleash a rally.

3. Bitcoin’s Bottom – When Will It Happen?

📌 CryptoRUs expects a bottom by May or June 2025 when:
✅ The Fed hints at rate cuts (next FOMC meetings: May 7, June 18).
✅ The 10-year yield and DXY hit their target levels.
✅ The G7 Summit (June 2025) could be the trigger for a global shift.

4. Bitcoin’s Price Action – Key Levels to Watch

📌 Above $85K – Recovery confirmed
📌 Stuck under $80K – Choppy range ahead
📌 Death Cross forming? – Could signal a final shakeout before a rally

George reminds us: In 2023, a similar Death Cross led to a massive Bitcoin surge.

5. What Comes Next?

✅ The market will remain bearish until rates and DXY drop.
✅ Bitcoin is holding up far stronger than tech stocks.
✅ Once the bottom forms, expect an explosive recovery.

📌 Final Take: The crash is not random – it’s an orchestrated move before a shift in macro policy. Expect a market bottom in May-June, followed by a rapid crypto rally.

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