Crypto Volatility Intensifies as Fed Rate Decision and Tariff Deadlines Converge
The cryptocurrency market is entering a pivotal week as a confluence of macroeconomic factors and geopolitical developments threatens to amplify volatility. With the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision on Wednesday and President Trump’s recent engagement with tariff policies, market participants are bracing for potential shifts in inflation expectations and investor sentiment. These events, coupled with a looming deadline for trade negotiations, could catalyze significant price movements in digital assets.
The Federal Reserve’s decision will be closely watched for signals on September rate policy, given the mixed signals from Fed officials. Two of three policymakers have already dismissed July rate cuts, and uncertainty…