The Breakdown Macro Jitters Roil the Crypto Markets
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Jan 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the dramatic drop of Bitcoin from its early-year highs, attributing it to broader macroeconomic worries. It analyzes how inflation indicators and a robust job market influence market volatility and trader behavior. The discussion includes the intricacies of Federal Reserve policies and their historical context, alongside insights from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on rising bond rates. Finally, it examines the uncertain macro landscape shaping the crypto market and its potential future reactions.
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Macro Impact on Bitcoin
- Macro conditions are impacting Bitcoin's price more than internal crypto factors.
- These macro conditions hit an inflection point this week, causing a downturn.
Fed Cutting Cycle
- The market expects the Federal Reserve's cutting cycle to be over soon due to inflation risks.
- This would result in the smallest easing cycle in almost 30 years.
1998 Fed Policy Mistake
- In 1998, the Fed cut rates due to a perceived economic weakness, but it turned out to be a mistake.
- David Stockton admitted they failed to recognize the economy's actual strength.