This is the moment of truth. At 4:30 PM ET, the Federal Reserve publishes its balance sheet. For those who scalp or optimize their DeFi yields, this is the event that will dictate the market direction for the coming weeks.

Here are the 3 critical scenarios to watch:

1. The Bullish Scenario (Expansion): > 6.7 Billion $

If the numbers exceed this threshold, a rate cut of 50 BPS is almost certain.

• Impact: A massive liquidity injection. Watch out for DeFi yields that could pivot violently. This is the "risk-on" signal that whales are waiting for.

2. The Consensus Scenario (Pivot): 6.6 – 6.7 Billion $

This is the subtle pivot zone with a projected decrease of 25 BPS.

• Impact: An adjustment of trading algorithms and a new dynamic for algorithmic stablecoins. Don't stay on the sidelines; volatility will be present.

3. The Hawkish Scenario (Statu Quo): < 6.6 Billion $

Below this figure, no rate cuts are expected for April.

• Impact: If traditional finance stays calm, volatility will shift to on-chain assets. "Old school" traders will hesitate, but trading opportunities will remain for those who know how to read between the lines.

The info is here, liquidity is going to move. Are you anticipating the movement or are you experiencing the dump? It’s not just an Excel sheet; it’s the setup for your next trade.

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