Powell cuts timidly, Trump shouts louder than ever, and crypto cheers. In Washington, the FED lowers its arms, while Bitcoin and stablecoins revise their choreography.
This Wednesday, September 17, the US central bank is expected to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points. A decision already priced in by the markets, but far from trivial, as inflation remains above target and employment slows down. Behind this monetary shift, investors are looking for a signal. Temporary shock or catalyst for a new cycle? From bitcoin to gold, through Wall Street, all assets are watching Jerome Powell’s verdict.
Two weeks before a crucial Federal Reserve meeting, the governor, expected to succeed Jerome Powell in 2026, stood out with an unambiguous statement. He wants a rate cut as early as September. In an interview with CNBC, he said the US economy requires an immediate adjustment, breaking with the caution shown by other monetary officials.
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While Ether (ETH) is reaching new highs with a surge of more than 25% in August, investors wonder: are we witnessing a lasting consolidation or just a rebound before a correction? Driven by ETF inflows and a favorable macroeconomic climate, ETH is once again attracting institutional investors. However, history tempers optimism. Since 2016, every August rally has been followed by a bearish September. Will the current euphoria mark a break or will it reactivate the market's seasonal mechanics?
At $37 trillion, American debt reaches an unprecedented level, fueling doubts about the dollar's strength. While markets question, bitcoin climbs beyond $124,000, driving the entire crypto sector to new heights. Between budgetary concerns and a rush toward alternative assets, a shift seems to be occurring.
While traditional markets seek new momentum, Ethereum confirms its central role in the digital financial ecosystem. This Friday, ETH crossed a historic threshold at 4,880 dollars, surpassing its 2021 record. This symbolic peak is part of a global crypto market rally, driven by a more accommodative tone from the Fed and renewed interest from institutional investors. The event marks a strategic turning point for Ethereum, now seen not merely as a speculative asset but as a pillar of future financial infrastructures.
Jerome Powell caught everyone off guard at Jackson Hole by adopting a much more accommodative monetary stance. This unexpected change in tone immediately boosted risky assets. Bitcoin, at the forefront, broke through $116,000. This strategic reversal could mark a major turning point in the Fed's direction.
This Friday, the chairman of the Federal Reserve could deliver his last major speech, in a tense economic context and under unprecedented political pressure. Wall Street, the White House, and all markets are waiting for clear signals. Rate guidance, stance on inflation, Fed independence: every word will count, and could weigh heavily.
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Against the backdrop of years of regulatory ambiguity, Washington seems to want to take control of the crypto ecosystem. On June 18, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell surprised many by clearly supporting two landmark bills on stablecoins and the crypto market. In a changing political climate in the United States, this stance marks a potential turning point for the industry, which has long awaited a solid and predictable legal framework.
By maintaining its benchmark rates for the fourth consecutive time, the Fed has not simply extended a monetary policy. It has taken a stance in a tense economic and political landscape. Stubborn inflation, weakened growth, barely concealed political pressure... The status quo decided on June 18 resembles a statement of intent. Behind the silence of the numbers, a strategy of resistance is taking shape as the central bank finds itself at the heart of an increasingly unstable balancing act.
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As anticipated by the majority of analysts, the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) has just kept its key interest rates in the range of 4.25-4.50% following today’s meeting. This decision comes in a context of increasing economic uncertainty and persistent political pressures.
Powell slows down, Trump strikes, the markets are in a frenzy. Between surtaxes and threats of dismissal, monetary independence is riding a rodeo amid the discreet applause of 6-dollar eggs.
Markets only need a stir to get excited. This time, it is Donald Trump who has rekindled the flame by suddenly softening his stance on two hot topics: the Federal Reserve and Chinese tariffs. "No plan to replace Jerome Powell," he said, breaking with his past vehement criticisms. He also opened the door to tariff relief on Chinese imports. Two gestures of appeasement that immediately boosted global financial markets, seeking reassuring signals.
Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve (Fed), is facing increasing political pressure from Donald Trump, who is calling for an immediate reduction in interest rates. But Powell has no intention of yielding. Loyal to the independence of the institution he leads, he prefers to base his decisions on economic data rather than political demands.
As the bank failures of 2023 continue to shake the markets, economist Peter Schiff is fueling fears of a total collapse of the American financial system. Known for his attachment to gold, he warns that a recession of historic proportions is underway and that all banks are destined to fall. Thus, this radical diagnosis, issued in an already tense context, reignites the debate over the strength of financial institutions and the viability of economic policies pursued since the 2008 crisis.
In a recent explosive statement, Donald Trump did not mince his words regarding Jerome Powell. The American president stated that the "resignation of the Fed chief couldn't come soon enough" and that he would not hesitate to fire him if he wanted to.
Donald Trump has renewed his attacks against Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve. He accuses him of not acting quickly enough to lower interest rates. Amid political tension, this criticism reignites the debate over the FED's independence and its growing influence on financial markets.
Jerome Powell's words have rarely sounded so heavy. Faced with a weakened economy and renewed trade tensions, the Fed chairman warns: new tariffs could plunge the United States into a zone of turbulence. Growth under pressure, inflation lurking, political uncertainties: the Federal Reserve must now contend with increasingly contradictory variables, risking losing control over the country's economic balance.
JPMorgan has revised its economic forecasts for 2025, raising the probability of a global recession to 60% due to the new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. According to a report released this Thursday, titled "There will be Blood," the investment bank warns that the tariffs, which will take effect next week, risk plunging not only the United States but the entire global economy into a recession.
Donald Trump recently triggered an economic shockwave by announcing new tariffs. In response, Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve (FED), warned that these measures could exacerbate inflation while slowing down growth. What will be the impact on interest rates? Find out here.
Powell, the guardian of the threshold, shapes the moment. Frozen rates, blurred hopes. The economy wavers, suspended between the fire of inflation and the ice of slowdown. The markets shiver.