Simply Bitcoin NEW REPORT: Do Rate Cuts REALLY Drive Bitcoins Price? | EP 1330
Sep 11, 2025
Expectations of rate cuts are fueling bullish sentiment around Bitcoin, but historical data casts doubt on a direct correlation. Recent regulatory shifts may reshape the crypto landscape, especially in Asia, where Hong Kong is easing rules. The discussion also highlights Bitcoin's emerging status as a reliable investment, despite potential market corrections. Personal stories illustrate Bitcoin's practical uses, while reflections on community loss underscore the importance of resilience and unity amidst challenges.
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Rate Cuts Aren't A Surefire Trigger
- Binance's research finds Fed rate cuts alone are not a reliable signal for immediate Bitcoin gains.
- Market context and other events often determine Bitcoin's response more than the cut itself.
2019 Insurance Cut: Pump Then Drop
- Optimist Fields recounts the 2019 "insurance" cut when Bitcoin surged before the cut then fell after implementation.
- He uses that example to warn the audience about a possible buy-the-rumor, sell-the-news pattern.
Context Matters More Than The Cut
- The 2024 cut coincided with political shifts, making attribution to rate cuts alone unclear.
- Correlation with other macro events complicates cause-and-effect claims for Bitcoin moves.
