$BTC $ETH $ZEC Japan’s 7.6 magnitude earthquake sent shockwaves not only through the region but also through global markets 🌏⚡ The yen instantly weakened, and fears of delayed rate hikes surfaced. At the same time, all eyes are on the U.S. Federal Reserve, where a rate cut is almost guaranteed — but the tone may be hawkish 👀🦅
🏦 Fed Super Week — The World Is Watching
This week is the central bank’s “super week,” and the Fed’s policy meeting is the main event 🎯
A 25 bps rate cut is already priced in with 87% certainty, but traders are nervous because:
🔸 Will Powell sound cautious?
🔸 Will inflation concerns dominate?
🔸 Will the dot plot hint at fewer cuts ahead?
A “hawkish rate cut” could shake the markets again 🫣📉
📉 U.S. Stocks Pull Back — Caution Everywhere
On Monday:
• Dow: -0.33%
• S&P 500: -0.30%
• Nasdaq: -0.17%
Interest-rate–sensitive sectors felt the most pressure. Funds are stepping aside until the Fed speaks 😶🌫️💼
Some analysts warn the U.S. economy is showing signs of stagflation, which could even lead to internal disagreements inside the Fed. If dissent appears → volatility spikes 🚨
🇯🇵 Yen Hit Hard — Earthquake Disrupts BOJ Plans
Japan’s strong earthquake triggered tsunami alerts and shook the FX markets 💥🌊
The dollar jumped to 155.97 yen, and now the Bank of Japan may delay its planned rate hike to focus on recovery efforts.
🌍 Global Central Banks Also On High Alert
This week, Australia, Brazil, Switzerland, Canada and others will hold meetings 🏛️
Most are expected to pause rates, showing how fragile global economic conditions remain.
🌐 Other Market Signals
• European stocks dipped slightly
• Euro weakened
• ECB officials hinted the next move might even be a hike 😳
⚠️ Bottom Line: The Real Storm Comes After the Decision
The rate cut is almost certain… but how the Fed talks will decide the next big move.
Combined with:
🌋 Japan’s earthquake
🏦 Global central bank decisions
🔥 Geopolitical tensions
🛢️ Oil price swings
The market is entering a hyper-sensitive zone where any surprise could trigger strong volatility 🚀📉
Stay sharp. Stay updated. Protect your capital.
