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Bitcoin’s Outlook Amidst Fed Rate Cuts: Insights From JP Morgan & Ryze Labs

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Qadir AK

Financial markets may be overlooking the Federal Reserve’s commitment to combat potential inflation because it is “too optimistic” of Fed interest rate cuts, warns JPMorgan Asset Management in its report ‘Macro Strategies Outlook’ earlier this month. The report influences market sentiments, especially surrounding the effect of Fed rate cuts on Bitcoin. 

Fed Rate-Cut Expectations vs. Reality

JPMorgan suggests that the market’s expectation of substantial rate cuts, almost double what the Fed projects, might be premature. Key inflation indicators monitored by the Fed have not shown significant signs of disinflation, focusing on the central bank’s commitment to curbing inflation.

Bitcoin’s Reaction to Fed Rate Cuts

JP Morgan strategists underscore the possibility of a correction in Bitcoin if the market optimism weakens. While the Fed is expected to maintain rates in the short term, JPMorgan’s cautionary note suggests potential market corrections if inflationary pressures persist. Bitcoin, classified as a “risk-on” asset, could witness increased volatility amid evolving monetary policy expectations.

Historically, Bitcoin’s performance aligned with stock market movements, with the cryptocurrency benefiting from rate-cut expectations. The recent surge in Bitcoin’s price, back above $43,000, coincides with market expectations of a Fed rate pause, highlighting its sensitivity to central bank dynamics.

Recent Bitcoin Performance

Monday’s surge in Bitcoin’s price, crossing $43,000, is expected to be linked with market speculation about the Federal Reserve’s potential rate pause. With the help of the CME FedWatch tool, analysts indicate a 97.9% probability of the Fed maintaining its current interest rate range at 5.25%–5.50%.

Ryze Labs Insights

Ryze Labs underscores Bitcoin as a “risk-on” asset, suggesting potential outperformance in a robust bull market, especially with a Fed rate pause.

Founder Mathew Graham notes that the market has already factored in the expected rate pause at this week’s FOMC meeting. The key lies in subsequent actions, particularly if the Fed lowers rates more than anticipated, potentially bullish for Bitcoin.

Ryze Labs analysts anticipate continued institutional interest in Bitcoin, foreseeing increased inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs as fund managers adapt to the evolving market dynamics.

In Conclusion

Bitcoin’s trajectory will depend on how the Federal Reserve navigates its monetary policy, with the market closely monitoring any indications of rate adjustments beyond the already-expected pause.

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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