#MarchFedMeeting The #MarchFedMeeting refers to the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting held on March 17–18, 2026. Markets overwhelmingly expected the Fed to hold interest rates steady at around 3.5%–3.75% or 4.25%–4.5%, amid rising inflation pressures from oil prices and geopolitical tensions like the US-Iran war.��Key ExpectationsNo rate cuts were anticipated, with a 99% probability per futures markets, despite political pressure from President Trump for reductions.� Focus areas included weakening job data, persistent inflation, and signals on future 2026 cuts.��Market ImpactCrypto and stocks consolidated amid uncertainty; Bitcoin hovered near $75,000 before pausing.� Gold stabilized near $5,000 as investors awaited Jerome Powell's guidance on liquidity and dollar strength.�Broader ContextThe decision influences global liquidity, with bullish crypto implications if liquidity rises later.� Discussions trended heavily on platforms like Binance Square, tying into events like AVAX treasury moves.��