The US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision meetings in 2025 are as follows:
January 31 – February 1
March 21-22
2-3 May
June 13-14
July 25-26
September 19-20
October 31 – November 1
December 12-13
Analyzing economic forecasts: Track reports on inflation, unemployment, and economic growth, as the Fed's decisions are based on this data. If inflation is high, the Fed may consider raising interest rates.
Monitor market expectations: Follow analysts’ and banks’ expectations about the possibility of raising or lowering interest rates. For example, some analysts expect two interest rate cuts in 2025.
Assessing the impact of new policies: If there are political changes such as the imposition of tariffs or changes in tax policy, these may affect the Fed's decisions.
Portfolio Preparation: Re-evaluate your portfolio based on expectations. For example, an increase in interest rates may lead to lower cryptocurrency prices and higher returns on low-risk assets.
2. During meetings
Follow official announcements: Follow the Fed's press releases after meetings, where interest rate decisions and monetary policy expectations are announced.
Analyzing Officials' Statements: Statements by Fed Chairs, such as Jerome Powell, may provide hints about the future direction of monetary policy.
Monitoring market reactions: Financial markets may react immediately to Fed decisions. For example, a rate cut may lead to higher cryptocurrency prices.
3. After meetings
Evaluate the impact of decisions: Analyze the impact of the Fed’s decisions on financial markets. For example, a rate cut may increase investor interest in cryptocurrencies.
Adjusting investment strategies: If interest rates are lowered, there may be better opportunities to invest in cryptocurrencies with strong projects. If interest rates are raised, focus on stablecoins or assets with lower risks.
Monitor future economic data: Keep track of inflation and economic growth data as they influence future Fed decisions.
4. In cases of interest rate hike
Expect lower liquidity: Raising interest rates typically results in liquidity leaving riskier markets, such as cryptocurrencies.
Rebalance: Reduce open positions in high-risk cryptocurrencies and focus on stable investments.
5. In cases of interest fixing
Market stability: Fixing interest rates may stabilize digital markets, especially if expectations indicate continued economic growth.
Monitoring Future Expectations: Even with interest rates unchanged, Fed statements can lead to future changes in the markets.
6. In cases of interest rate reduction
Increased liquidity: Lowering interest rates increases liquidity, which may boost demand for cryptocurrencies.
Seize investment opportunities: Focus on cryptocurrencies with innovative projects or ones that are popular among investors.
7. Timing between the Middle East and America
Time adjustment: Make sure to adjust the time between the Middle East and America (Eastern Standard Time) to follow the meetings live. For example, the meeting on January 31 - February 1, 2025 starts at 21:00 EST, which means it will be in the early hours of the next morning in the Middle East.