As expected by 97.5% of analysts, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.50%, marking its 4th consecutive pause. But Jerome Powell’s tone signaled no imminent pivot, with only 4 of 19 Fed officials predicting cuts by June 2025.

Why? Inflation remains sticky (Core CPI: 2.8% vs. Fed target: 2.0%), and global tensions + tariffs add pressure.

So what now for crypto?

We’re entering a smart money accumulation phase. No blow-off top. No crash. Just quiet growth. Altcoin need liquidity to rally, but that only comes when the Fed eases.

Meanwhile:

  • $BTC remains strong above $100K

  • $ALT trade sideways

  • $ETH flows stay positive

The real altseason begins when the Fed prints again — likely in Q3–Q4 2025.

Now’s the time to study, accumulate, and stay patient.

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