Bitcoin Plunges Below $102K as Powell’s Rate Cut Comments Spook Crypto Market

Crypto Market Takes Hit as Fed's Rate Decision Sparks Rapid Selloff

  • Bitcoin fell below $102,000 after reaching an all-time high of $108,000 following Federal Reserve statements.
  • Federal Reserve maintained a conservative stance on rate cuts, affecting risk asset markets.
  • Major cryptocurrencies experienced significant declines: XRP (-10%), Dogecoin (-9%).
  • The Federal Reserve implemented a 25 basis point rate cut while signaling careful consideration of future adjustments.
  • Traditional equity markets showed parallel negative reactions to the Federal Reserve’s cautious outlook.

Federal Reserve’s Conservative Rate Policy Triggers Cryptocurrency Market Decline

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Cryptocurrency markets experienced a sharp correction Wednesday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments on monetary policy prompted investors to reassess their positions in high-risk assets. Bitcoin’s value decreased by approximately 5% within 24 hours, settling at $101,430.

Market Response to Federal Policy

The cryptocurrency market’s reaction followed Powell’s announcement of a 25 basis point rate cut, accompanied by statements suggesting a measured approach to future monetary policy adjustments. This conservative stance triggered a broad sell-off across digital assets, with altcoins (alternative cryptocurrencies) experiencing more substantial losses than Bitcoin.

Leading alternative cryptocurrencies registered significant declines:

  • XRP: -10% daily change
  • Dogecoin: -9% decline, reaching $0.363
  • Ethereum: Followed Bitcoin’s downward trajectory

Investment Sentiment Shift

The market response highlights the strong correlation between cryptocurrency valuations and macroeconomic policy decisions. Powell’s statement that the Federal Reserve "can therefore be more cautious as we consider further adjustments to our policy rate" prompted investors to reduce exposure to speculative assets.

The price movement marks a sharp reversal from Tuesday’s market conditions, when Bitcoin established a new record above $108,000. This volatility demonstrates the cryptocurrency market’s sensitivity to monetary policy decisions and broader economic indicators, particularly as institutional investors continue integrating digital assets into traditional investment portfolios.

The parallel decline in U.S. equity markets suggests a broader risk-off sentiment among investors, as both traditional and digital asset classes respond to the Federal Reserve’s policy guidance.

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