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Top Altcoins RENDER, TAO, and HNT Lead the Decline as FOMC Meeting Approaches


Date: Tue, Sept 17, 2024, 07:38 AM GMT

The cryptocurrency market is under mixed pressure as the highly anticipated Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting draws near. Kicking off the week, Bitcoin (BTC) saw red, dropping below the $60,000 threshold and currently trading at $58,623 — a slight 0.39% decrease in the last 24 hour’s.

Altcoins Join the Decline

As Bitcoin slips, top altcoins that had shown strong momentum last week are now experiencing sharper declines. Render (RENDER), Bittensor (TAO), and Helium (HNT) are all down, falling by over 3%, 4%, and 5%, respectively, in the last 24 hours.

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FOMC Meeting

The bearish trend comes as investors brace for the FOMC meeting, set for September 18. Speculation is growing that the Federal Reserve may announce its first rate cut in over four years, potentially reducing rates by 0.50% or 0.25%. While this would typically be seen as a positive move for riskier assets like cryptocurrencies, But BlackRock has suggested the cuts might not be as deep as some investors expect.

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Why the Market is Dropping Despite Positive Rate Cut Expectations

Even though a rate cut typically signals favorable conditions for assets like crypto, uncertainty is driving the current market decline:

  1. Short-term uncertainty: Investors are unclear about the scale and impact of the upcoming rate cut. While cuts often stimulate riskier investments, the lack of clarity regarding the Federal Reserve’s long-term plans has made investors cautious, resulting in short-term sell-offs.
  2. Pre-event caution: Major policy announcements tend to make markets jittery. In the days leading up to these announcements, traders often adopt a “buy the rumor, sell the news” strategy, leading to temporary dips as they lock in profits before any official updates.
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Looking Ahead

Once the FOMC meeting concludes, and the Federal Reserve’s strategy becomes clear, the market may stabilize. If the rate cut aligns with expectations, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and top altcoins could see a boost from more accommodative financial conditions. However, until this uncertainty clears, the crypto market is likely to remain under pressure.


Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.


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