empty
29.01.2025 10:53 AM
Markets expect no surprises at FOMC meeting. NASDAQ CFDs and Bitcoin poised to grow

Indeed, the DeepSeek case in China caught the West off guard and served as a striking example of a "cold shower" reaction in an environment where Western economies have been basking in their own achievements in artificial intelligence. However, in my view, it's too early to talk about Western AI companies losing their leadership—this sector simply won't be a monopoly anymore, which is ultimately beneficial for consumers of these technological solutions.

On Tuesday, after digesting the news from China, the stock market began an active recovery. The three benchmark US stock indices recouped most of their losses, and investors are now fully focused on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision. The two-day FOMC meeting concludes today, and it's worth taking a closer look at this issue.

Market expectations and the Fed's interest rate decision

Let's start with market expectations—do investors foresee any changes in monetary policy following this meeting? According to futures on federal funds rates, the market assigns a 99.5% probability that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged within the 4.25%–4.50% range. As I mentioned earlier, the key factor won't be the decision itself but Fed Chair Jerome Powell's press conference, where markets will be looking for his outlook on further rate cuts this year.

What to expect from Powell?

I don't believe Powell will deliver any new insights to the markets. He will likely highlight the uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump's economic policies, which are already causing market fluctuations. One day, Trump threatens to impose higher import tariffs on Colombia over migration issues. The next, he backtracks after getting his way. And so the cycle continues.

Powell is also expected to reference inflation trends amid a strong labor market, where employment growth and still-high wages continue to drive consumer demand for goods and services. Additionally, he may touch on tariff policies, which, if implemented rather than merely threatened, could further drive up prices and inflation. Given these factors, Powell will likely emphasize the need to maintain a wait-and-see approach, closely monitoring economic developments before making any moves.

If the FOMC and Jerome Powell deliver no surprises regarding interest rates, market reaction to the decision is likely to be muted. This, in turn, would create favorable conditions for US stock indices to continue their recovery, while demand for cryptocurrencies could also rise. The US dollar, however, could come under pressure in such a scenario.

Daily forecast

This image is no longer relevant

This image is no longer relevant

#NDX The NASDAQ 100 CFD is recovering. A breakthrough above the 21,536.20 resistance level could push the index further toward 21,859.40.

Bitcoin Bitcoin is trading below 102,805.00. Easing market tensions could drive crypto prices higher. A break above this level may serve as a catalyst for growth toward 106,660.00.

Pilih timeframe
5
mnt
15
mnt
30
mnt
1
jam
4
jam
1
hari
1
minggu
Dapatkan keuntungan dari perubahan nilai mata uang kripto dengan InstaForex.
Unduh MetaTrader 4 dan buka perdagangan pertama Anda.
  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    GABUNG KONTES

Artikel yang direkomendasikan

Pasar Mencetak Rekor Demi Rekor

S&P 500 telah mencapai rekor tertinggi baru, mengabaikan komitmen Federal Reserve untuk mempertahankan level suku bunga federal fund di 4,5% untuk jangka waktu yang lama. Notulen pertemuan FOMC terbaru tidak

Marek Petkovich 09:23 2025-02-20 UTC+2

Pasar Berada dalam Ketidakpastian Akibat Situasi di AS (Potensi Kenaikan Harga Emas dan Minyak Mentah)

Risalah dari pertemuan kebijakan moneter terbaru Federal Reserve, yang dirilis pada hari Rabu, menunjukkan bahwa bank sentral sangat khawatir tentang kurangnya kemajuan dalam mengurangi inflasi, serta risiko inflasi yang meningkat

Pati Gani 09:23 2025-02-20 UTC+2

Apa yang Perlu Diperhatikan pada 20 Februari? Rincian Peristiwa Fundamental untuk Pemula

Pada hari Kamis, kita dapat mengharapkan pidato dari beberapa pejabat Federal Reserve: Goolsbee, Barr, Musalem, dan Kugler. Namun, seperti yang telah disebutkan sebelumnya, posisi Federal Reserve sudah mapan dan dipahami

Paolo Greco 06:48 2025-02-20 UTC+2

Gambaran Umum Pasangan GBP/USD pada 20 Februari: Pound Mengabaikan Inflasi tetapi Tetap dalam Tren Naik

Pada hari Rabu, pasangan mata uang GBP/USD memiliki semua alasan untuk terus naik, seperti yang terjadi sehari sebelumnya. Namun, situasi ini menggambarkan paradoks dari pergerakan korektif: ketika ada alasan fundamental

Paolo Greco 05:35 2025-02-20 UTC+2

Gambaran Umum Pasangan EUR/USD pada 20 Februari: Sikap The Fed Secara Diam-Diam Menguat

Pada hari Rabu, pasangan mata uang EUR/USD terus mengalami penurunan, menandai hari ketiga berturut-turut pergerakan ke bawah. Namun, volatilitas pasar tetap sangat rendah, menunjukkan bahwa para trader berada dalam mode

Paolo Greco 05:35 2025-02-20 UTC+2

Euro Kembali ke Realitas

Berharap yang terbaik, bersiaplah untuk yang terburuk. Saat ini, pasar bersikap optimis—mengantisipasi perdamaian di Ukraina dan dorongan bagi ekonomi Jerman melalui stimulus fiskal dari partai penguasa yang baru. Optimisme

Marek Petkovich 23:19 2025-02-19 UTC+2

Kemana Perginya Pembeli Dolar?

Kemarin, pernyataan Presiden Donald Trump terkait tarif perdagangan baru sebagian besar diabaikan oleh pembeli dolar. Namun, penjual aset berisiko juga tidak tampak. Dalam pidatonya, Trump mengumumkan bahwa ia kemungkinan akan

Jakub Novak 09:34 2025-02-19 UTC+2

Mengapa Pasar Cryptocurrency Sedang Tertekan? (Potensi Kenaikan Bitcoin dan Penurunan Litecoin)

Jika kita melihat kinerja mata uang kripto utama, lonjakan harga signifikan terakhir terhadap dolar AS diamati pada akhir kampanye pemilihan presiden AS. Banyak token hampir dua kali lipat harganya dalam

Pati Gani 09:30 2025-02-19 UTC+2

Apa yang Perlu Diperhatikan pada 19 Februari? Rincian Peristiwa Fundamental untuk Pemula

Ada beberapa acara makroekonomi yang dijadwalkan pada hari Rabu, tetapi beberapa laporan penting akan dirilis. Yang paling signifikan adalah Indeks Harga Konsumen (CPI) Inggris untuk bulan Januari. Para trader memperkirakan

Paolo Greco 07:06 2025-02-19 UTC+2

Gambaran Umum Pasangan GBP/USD pada 19 Februari: Pound Sterling Juga Kehilangan Kekuatannya

Pada hari Selasa, pasangan mata uang GBP/USD mengalami periode stagnasi. Pada Senin malam dan Selasa pagi, bull mencoba mendorong pound sterling lebih tinggi, tetapi upaya mereka dengan cepat memudar meskipun

Paolo Greco 04:19 2025-02-19 UTC+2
Tidak bisa bicara sekarang?
Tanyakan pertanyaan anda lewat chat.
Widget callback
 

Dear visitor,

Your IP address shows that you are currently located in the USA. If you are a resident of the United States, you are prohibited from using the services of InstaFintech Group including online trading, online transfers, deposit/withdrawal of funds, etc.

If you think you are seeing this message by mistake and your location is not the US, kindly proceed to the website. Otherwise, you must leave the website in order to comply with government restrictions.

Why does your IP address show your location as the USA?

  • - you are using a VPN provided by a hosting company based in the United States;
  • - your IP does not have proper WHOIS records;
  • - an error occurred in the WHOIS geolocation database.

Please confirm whether you are a US resident or not by clicking the relevant button below. If you choose the wrong option, being a US resident, you will not be able to open an account with InstaForex anyway.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused by this message.